First Known Use: 12th century
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loam
noun \ˈlōm, chiefly Northern & Midland ˈlüm, New England also ˈlu̇m\
: a type of soil that is good for growing plants
Full Definition of LOAM
1
a : a mixture (as for plastering) composed chiefly of moistened clay b : a coarse molding sand used in founding
2
: soil; specifically : a soil consisting of a friable mixture of varying proportions of clay, silt, and sand
— loamy \ˈlō-mē, ˈlü-, ˈlu̇-\ adjective
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Origin of LOAM
Middle English lom, from Old English lām clay, mud; akin to Old English līm lime
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loam
noun \ˈlōm\
Definition of LOAM for Kids
: a soil having the appropriate amount of silt, clay, and sand for good plant growth
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