Loamy: meaning, definitions and examples

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loamy

 

[ หˆloสŠmi ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

soil type

Loamy refers to a type of soil that is a mixture of sand, silt, and clay. This balance of components allows the soil to retain moisture and nutrients effectively while also providing good drainage. Loamy soil is often considered ideal for gardening and agriculture due to its rich organic matter and ability to support healthy plant growth. It combines the beneficial characteristics of various soil types, making it versatile for a wide range of crops.

Synonyms

dark soil, fertile, rich.

Examples of usage

  • The garden flourished in the loamy soil.
  • Farmers prefer loamy soil for cultivating vegetables.
  • Loamy conditions are ideal for root development.
  • The loamy texture retained water well during the drought.

Translations

Translations of the word "loamy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น argiloso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅ€เคšเคกเคผ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช lehmig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ liat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะปะธะฝะธัั‚ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gliniasty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฒ˜ๅœŸ่ณชใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท argileux

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ arcilloso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท killi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ ํ† ์งˆ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทูŠู†ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jรญlovitรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hlinito

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฒ˜ๅœŸ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ilovnati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ leirugur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะปัˆั‹า›ั‚ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ”แƒ แƒแƒ›แƒ˜แƒ™แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gil

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ arcilloso

Etymology

The term 'loamy' originates from the Middle English word 'lome,' which referred to a kind of earth or soil. It is derived from the Old English word 'lฤm,' meaning 'loam' or 'mud.' Historically, loamy soil has been recognized as a vital component in agriculture due to its ability to retain moisture and nutrients essential for plant life. As agriculture evolved, so did the understanding of soil types, leading to the classification of loam as a mixture of sand, silt, and clay. The significance of loamy soil has remained prominent throughout the centuries, making it an essential element in both traditional and modern farming practices.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,451, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.