soil-conserving
|soil-con-serv-ing|
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/sɔɪl kənˈsɜrvɪŋ/
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/sɔɪl kənˈsɜːvɪŋ/
protecting soil
Etymology
Etymology Information
'soil-conserving' originates from the combination of 'soil' and 'conserve,' where 'soil' refers to the upper layer of earth in which plants grow, and 'conserve' means to protect from harm or destruction.
Historical Evolution
'Soil-conserving' evolved from the need to describe agricultural practices that protect soil quality.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to protect soil,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to practices or methods that prevent soil erosion and degradation.
The farmer implemented soil-conserving techniques to maintain the fertility of his land.
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Last updated: 2025/03/13 06:01