1796, from Latin humus "earth, soil," probably from humi "on the ground," from PIE *dhghem- "earth" (source also of Latin humilis "low;" see chthonic). Related: Humous (adj.).
双语例句
1. Earthworms consume large amounts of soil, and produce a rich humus, perfect in texture.
蚯蚓吃下大量土壤，排出肥力丰富、物理结构理想的腐殖质。
来自柯林斯例句
2. The lack of humus and the excessive leaching make this soil almost useless for agricultural purpose.
缺少腐殖质和过度淋滤使这种土壤对农业几乎无用.
来自辞典例句
3. Humus is dead, decaying organic matter. NOT inorganic fertilizer.
腐殖质是已死的 、 腐烂中的有机物质. 而不是无机肥料.
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4. The rendzina is rich in lime and has an upper humus horizon.
其富含有石灰和较高量的腐殖质.
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5. When the humus has been formed, plants can grow well in it.