noun
mulch
muhlch
Mulch (noun) means a layer of material, such as bark, straw, or compost, spread over soil to protect it, keep in moisture, or block weeds. Example: “Spread a thick layer of mulch around the rose bushes.”
noun
1
A layer of material, such as bark, straw, or compost, spread over soil to protect it, keep in moisture, or block weeds.
"Spread a thick layer of mulch around the rose bushes."
"Wood-chip mulch helps the garden retain water in summer."
verb
1
To cover soil with mulch, or to turn material into mulch.
"We mulched the flower beds before winter."
"The lawnmower mulches the grass clippings as it cuts."
How to use mulch
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA protective layer spread over garden soil, or the act of applying it.
Common pairings
spread mulch
mulch the garden
wood-chip mulch
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Word forms
- Plural
- mulches
- Third person singular
- mulches
- Past tense
- mulched
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Etymology
Probably from an Old English word meaning "mellow" or "soft," related to a root meaning "honeyed."
Rhymes for mulch
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What does “mulch” mean?
The word “mulch” means a layer of material, such as bark, straw, or compost, spread over soil to protect it, keep in moisture, or block weeds. In plain terms, a protective layer spread over garden soil, or the act of applying it.
How do you pronounce “mulch”?
“Mulch” is pronounced muhlch (/mʌlt͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “mulch” in a sentence?
Here is “mulch” used in a sentence: “Spread a thick layer of mulch around the rose bushes.”
What part of speech is “mulch”?
Depending on how it is used, “mulch” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “mulch” come from?
The word “mulch” comes from Old English. Probably from an Old English word meaning "mellow" or "soft," related to a root meaning "honeyed.".
How many meanings does “mulch” have?
“Mulch” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a layer of material, such as bark, straw, or compost, spread over soil to protect it, keep in moisture, or block weeds.
