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loam

/ləʊm/
Meanings
  • noun

    Soil that is rich in humus and organic matter.

    - "The gardeners added loam to the flower beds to improve the soil."
    - "The farmer used loam to make seed beds for his vegetables."
Pronunciation
  1. /loʊm/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with loam
groom , room , moon
Homophones
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  1. loam (en) : Soil rich in humus and organic matter

  2. loam (en) : To smear or cover with mud or loam

Variants
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loam , loamier , loamiest , loams , loamy , clay loam , clay loams
Etymology
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Old English lām 'mud, loam, soil'

Trivia
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  1. Loam is the ideal soil for growing roses.

  2. The word 'loam' comes from the Old English word 'lām', which means 'mud' or 'loam'.

Related Concepts
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  1. Topsoil: The upper layer of soil that is rich in organic matter and supports plant growth.

  2. Humus: A dark, rich substance formed from the decomposition of organic matter in soil.

Culture
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Loam is an essential component of agriculture and horticulture. It is rich in nutrients and holds water well, making it ideal for growing plants. In literature, loam is often used as a symbol of fertility and new beginnings.

How to Memorize "loam"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a rich, dark soil that is teeming with organic matter and nutrients. Visualize how this soil supports the growth of plants.

  2. associate

    - Associate loam with the richness and fertility of the earth.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Lots Of Amazing Organic Matter' to remember the definition of loam.

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