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leaf mold

n.
1. Humus or compost consisting of decomposed leaves and other organic material.
2. A fungal disease of plants that chiefly affects foliage.
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leaf′ mold`


n.
1. a compost or layer of soil composed chiefly of decayed leaves.
2. any mold that forms on leaves.
[1835–45]
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leaf mold

The pleasant-smelling, flaky material that results from the decomposition of leaves.
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ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:
Noun1.leaf mold - soil composed mainly of decaying leavesleaf mold - soil composed mainly of decaying leaves
leaf mould, leaf soil
mould, mold - loose soil rich in organic matter
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