topsoil
US /ˈtɑːp.sɔɪl/
UK /ˈtɒp.sɔɪl/
名詞
表土, 上層土壤
the upper, outermost layer of soil, usually the top 5–10 inches (13–25 cm), which is rich in organic matter and nutrients, making it the most fertile part of the soil
範例:
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Gardeners often add fresh topsoil to their beds to improve fertility.
園丁們經常在花壇中添加新鮮的表土以提高肥力。
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Erosion can lead to the loss of valuable topsoil.
侵蝕會導致寶貴的表土流失。