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Definition of mor

 (Entry 1 of 2)

: forest humus that forms a layer of largely organic matter distinct from the mineral soil beneath

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Definition of MOR (Entry 2 of 2)

middle of the road

First Known Use of mor

Noun

1931, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for mor

Noun

Danish, literally, humus

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“Mor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mor. Accessed 25 May. 2022.

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