Definition of compost
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Origin and Etymology of compost
Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin compostum, from Latin, neuter of compositus, compostus, past participle of componere
First Known Use: 1587
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Definition of compost
transitive verb
: to convert (a material, such as plant debris) to compost
Examples of compost in a sentence
We compost leaves in our backyard.
1829
First Known Use of compost
1829
COMPOST Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of compost for English Language Learners
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: a decayed mixture of plants (such as leaves and grass) that is used to improve the soil in a garden
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Definition of compost for English Language Learners
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: to change (plant materials) into compost
COMPOST Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of compost for Students
: decayed organic material (as of leaves and grass) used to improve soil especially for growing crops
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