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humic

/ˈhjuː.mɪk/

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adjective

/ˈhjuː.mɪk/formalscientificobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, относящееся к гумусу (органическому компоненту почвы) или полученное из него.

An obsolete adjective relating to or derived from humus (the organic component of soil).

  1. Relating to humusC2formalscientific

    Of, relating to, or derived from humus, the organic component of soil formed by the decomposition of leaves and other plant material.

    ruГуминовый

    • Humic substances improve soil fertility and water retention.
    • The dark color of the soil is due to its high humic content.
    • Farmers often add humic acids to enrich the soil.

    Synonymshumous

Forms
  • more humic comparative form
  • most humic superlative form