mulch

Pronunciation: /mʌlt͡ʃ/

The English word “mulch” has 3 meanings listed here.

noun

Any material used to cover the top layer of soil to protect, insulate, or decorate it, or to discourage weeds or retain moisture.

verb

To apply mulch.
To turn into mulch.

Etymology

Probably from Middle English melsche, molsh (“soft”), from Old English melsċ, milisċ (“mellow; mild; sweet”, literally “honeyed”), probably from Proto-Germanic *mili (“honey”). Compare Icelandic milska (“a honeyed beverage”).

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