peat
What is another word for peat? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Dark, partly decomposed plant matter that accumulates in wet bogs, used as fuel and in gardening.
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How to use peat
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
peat bog
peat moss
peat-smoked whisky
Etymology
Of uncertain origin, possibly from an old Celtic word meaning "portion" or "piece" — which would make it distantly related to the word "piece".
Full origin of peat →Frequently asked questions
What does “peat” mean?
The word “peat” means dark, partly decomposed plant matter that accumulates in wet bogs, used as fuel and in gardening. In plain terms, decayed plant material dug from bogs, burned as fuel or used to improve garden soil.
How do you pronounce “peat”?
“Peat” is pronounced peet (/piːt/ in IPA).
How do you use “peat” in a sentence?
Here is “peat” used in a sentence: “Some Scotch whiskies get their smoky flavor from malt dried over burning peat.”
What part of speech is “peat”?
“Peat” is a noun.
Is “peat” a common word?
“Peat” is an uncommon word in modern English.
