mulch

Definitions


[mʌl(t)ʃ], (Noun)

Definitions:
- material (such as decaying leaves, bark, or compost) spread around or over a plant to enrich or insulate the soil


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Origin:
mid 17th century: probably from dialect mulch ‘soft’ used as a noun, from Old English melsc, mylsc


[mʌl(t)ʃ], (Verb)

Definitions:
- treat or cover with mulch
(e.g: the perennials have been cut back and mulched)


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Origin:
mid 17th century: probably from dialect mulch ‘soft’ used as a noun, from Old English melsc, mylsc




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