First Known Use: 14th century
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1peat
noun, often attributive \ˈpēt\
Definition of PEAT
1
: turf 2b
2
: partially carbonized vegetable tissue formed by partial decomposition in water of various plants (as mosses of the genus Sphagnum)
— peaty \ˈpē-tē\ adjective
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Origin of PEAT
Middle English pete piece of peat, from Medieval Latin peta, probably of Celtic origin; akin to Cornish peyth bit, Welsh peth thing
Other Agriculture/Gardening Terms
2peat
noun
Definition of PEAT
: a bold lively woman
Origin of PEAT
origin unknown
First Known Use: 1599
PEAT Defined for Kids
peat
noun \ˈpēt\
Definition of PEAT for Kids
: a blackish or dark brown material that is the remains of plants partly decayed in water and is dug and dried for use as fuel
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