compost
Translation
compost, organic fertilizer
Examples
We add kitchen scraps to the compost bin.
We add kitchen scraps to the compost bin.
Rich compost improves the soil quality.
Rich compost improves the soil quality.
Grammar Patterns
((to make)) compost to create organic fertilizer We make our own compost for the garden.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fertilizer, manure, humus
Etymology
From Latin 'compositum' (something put together), from 'com-' (together) + 'ponere' (to put).
Memory Tips
Think of 'compost' as various things 'composed' together to make food for the garden.