1796, from Latin humus "earth, soil," probably from humi "on the ground," from PIE *dhghem- "earth" (source also of Latin humilis "low;" see chthonic). Related: Humous (adj.).
雙語(yǔ)例句
1. Earthworms consume large amounts of soil, and produce a rich humus, perfect in texture.
蚯蚓吃下大量土壤，排出肥力豐富、物理結(jié)構(gòu)理想的腐殖質(zhì)。
來(lái)自柯林斯例句
2. The lack of humus and the excessive leaching make this soil almost useless for agricultural purpose.