First Known Use: 1796
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humus
noun hu·mus \ˈhyü-məs, ˈyü-\
: a brown or black material in soil that is formed when plants and animals decay
Full Definition of HUMUS
: a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic portion of soil
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Origin of HUMUS
New Latin, from Latin, earth — more at humble
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HUMUS Defined for Kids
humus
noun hu·mus \ˈhyü-məs, ˈyü-\
Definition of HUMUS for Kids
: the dark rich part of earth formed from decaying plant or animal material
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humus
noun hu·mus \ˈhyü-məs, ˈyü-\
Medical Definition of HUMUS
: a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic portion of soil
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