soil
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B1
/sɔɪl/
earth or dirt
Etymology
Etymology Information
'soil' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'soil,' where 'sol' meant 'ground or earth.'
Historical Evolution
'soil' changed from the Old French word 'soil' and eventually became the modern English word 'soil.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'ground or earth,' but over time it evolved to include the meaning of 'to make dirty.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the top layer of the earth's surface, consisting of rock and mineral particles mixed with organic matter, in which plants grow.
Farmers work hard to maintain the quality of the soil.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35