soil-preserving
|soil-pre-serv-ing|
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/sɔɪl prɪˈzɜrvɪŋ/
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/sɔɪl prɪˈzɜːvɪŋ/
maintaining soil health
Etymology
'soil-preserving' originates from the combination of 'soil' and 'preserve,' where 'soil' refers to the earth's surface layer and 'preserve' means to maintain or keep in its original state.
'soil-preserving' evolved from the need to describe agricultural practices that maintain soil health, combining 'soil' with 'preserve' to form a compound adjective.
Initially, it meant 'to keep soil in its original state,' but over time it evolved to include practices that enhance soil fertility and prevent erosion.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to practices or methods that help maintain the quality and fertility of soil.
The farmer implemented soil-preserving techniques to ensure sustainable agriculture.
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Last updated: 2025/03/12 13:32