topsoils

noun

plural of topsoil
as in loams

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  1. loams
  2. clays
  3. clods
  4. earth
Noun
  • Loamy and sandy loams are the ideal soil type.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
  • The region's soils consist of limestone, clay, and iron-rich loams.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Definition of loams
Noun
  • Practice cattle-handling skills, ride one of 70 horses and take aim on the sporting clays course.
    — Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
  • The linen fabric has been dyed through the label’s proprietary Tinto Terra technique, which utilizes natural clays to produce earthy, complex colors with reduced environmental impact.
    — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 25 May 2026
Definition of clays
Noun
  • According to the authors, their results suggest that clods of earth can indeed catalyze these reactions without the presence of life.
    — Siddhant Pusdekar, Quanta Magazine, 1 June 2026
  • After loosening the soil, gently lift the clump out of the ground and remove any soil clods.
    — Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2026
Definition of clods
Noun
  • The trio wore shirts that featured the ears of Middle-earth creatures in various skin tones.
    — Zack Sharf, Variety, 15 July 2026
  • The Paris photocall on July 7 marked a transition to deeper tones, with references to earth and fire.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 14 July 2026
Definition of earth
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