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Soil The most important part of a plant's life, but also the least glamorous. It may not have flashy looks or big personalities, but it's always there to support your roots. ■ Why did the soil go to therapy? Because it was feeling depressed and unappreciated. The therapist told it that it was important and should be respected, which made the soil feel a little more grounded.
Terra A type of soil that is dark, fertile, and rich in organic matter. It is often used in gardening and farming to grow crops. ■ John decided to start a garden using only terracotta pots filled with terra soil. However, he soon discovered that the plants weren't growing very well and realized that he had made a terrible mistake by using such poor quality soil.
Fertilizer A substance added to soil to promote plant growth. ■ "I forgot to buy fertilizer for my garden, and now all my plants are wilting. I guess I'll have to make do with dead flowers."
mulch A mixture of dead plants and other organic matter used to improve soil quality. ■ "I spent hours spreading mulch in my garden. It's the ultimate form of exercise for a lazy sloth like me."
roots A type of plant that can anchor itself to the ground and extract nutrients from the soil. ■ "The roots of the tree went deep into the ground to find water."
sod A type of soil that is commonly used for growing grass, especially on sports fields and golf courses. ■ "I didn't realize how much time I was spending rolling around in the sod while playing soccer."
terrain The physical surface or ground of the earth, including the soil, rocks, and vegetation. ■ "He decided to take his car off-road to explore the rugged terrain."
compost a mixture of organic matter that has been decomposed and turned into a dark, rich soil amendment used to improve plant growth. ■ My garden is thriving thanks to the compost I added last year. It's like magic in a bag!
hoes A piece of equipment used for cultivating the soil, typically consisting of a long handle and a flat metal or wooden blade at the end. An old-fashioned term for "a person who is very good at something" ■ "John is a real hoe when it comes to playing basketball. He scores more points than any other player on the team!"
landslide A sudden and massive movement of earth, soil, or other materials down a slope, often resulting in a large amount of damage and destruction. ■ After hearing the news about the landslide that destroyed the town, everyone immediately ran to their cars to make sure they were safe.
plow A large, flat piece of metal with a sharp point at the front, used to turn over and cultivate soil. ■ I forgot to water my garden this week, and now it looks like a barren wasteland. I think it's time to break out the big guns - the plow!
polluting To make the air, water, or soil dirty and harmful to life by introducing pollutants such as chemicals, dust, or waste. ■ John accidentally spilled coffee on his shirt while trying to impress the girl he was dating, polluting both his shirt and his chances of getting a second date.
Poppy A type of flower with bright red petals and seeds that are used to make opium. ■ Did you hear about the poppy that started a revolution in Afghanistan? It demanded more water and better soil, and eventually overthrew the government!
Swamp A boggy, marshy land where plants grow in waterlogged soil and animals such as alligators and frogs live. ■ "I went for a run in the swamp this morning, but I got bogged down and had to turn back. It's not recommended to go running in a swamp."
tetanus A deadly disease caused by a bacterium called Clostridium tetani that produces a neurotoxin. It is usually spread through contaminated soil, dust, or manure. ■ "I heard my friend got tetanus from stepping on a rusty nail in the barn. He was so funny when he tried to walk but couldn't because his muscles were all locked up!"
tractors Large, powerful vehicles used for moving heavy objects, such as soil or harvested crops. ■ If you want to plow a field efficiently, you'll need a tractor. But be careful - those things can be as big and clumsy as a bull elephant!
Watering The process of adding water to a plant, usually by pouring it from a container onto the soil. ■ I forgot to water my plants yesterday, so I had to water them thoroughly this morning. It was like a workout for my arms! The act of flirting with someone in a subtle and playful way. ■ "Hey there, beautiful," she said as she poured water onto her plant. "Do you like to get wet like this?"
worm A small, elongated, segmented animal that is typically covered in slime and can be found wriggling in the soil or on plants. ■ "I accidentally stepped on a worm while digging in my garden. It was so gross, I had to throw up!"