Definition of "soil"

Kid-friendly meaning of soil, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "soil" mean?

soil (noun) — the dirt that plants grow in.

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Example sentences using "soil"

Grade K–2
Plants grow in soil.
Grade 3–5
The farmer tested the soil to see if it was rich enough for tomatoes to grow well.
Grade 6–8
Healthy soil teems with billions of tiny organisms per spoonful, and most of agriculture depends on keeping this hidden underground ecosystem alive and well-fed.

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