Definition of Compost

decayed material (i.e., leaves, food peelings) that is used as a fertilizer

Examples of Compost in a sentence

Al created a compost pile in his garden and used the decaying leaves and grass to help his trees grow.  🔊

Because so many reusable organic materials are being thrown away, the recycler encouraged people to place their trash in a compost pile.  🔊

The farmer has decided to pile his leftover fruit and other compost into a heap so that he could later use it to fertilize his crops.  🔊

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