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Vocabulary Entry
mulch
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A material, usually organic, spread over soil to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Example Sentences
"The garden was covered in a thick layer of mulch to help retain moisture."
"Wood chips make an effective mulch for flower beds."
"She spread mulch around the base of the trees to improve soil quality."
V
verb
To apply a layer of mulch to soil or gardening areas.
Example Sentences
"We need to mulch the vegetable garden before the summer heat arrives."
"He mulched the newly planted shrubs to ensure they thrive."
"It's important to mulch around the plants to keep them healthy."