plural of desert soil

A soil variety typically found in arid climates, usually with little leaching and minimal humus content. Referred to as an "aridisol" in the nomenclature of the United States Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service.

(geology) A soil containing clay minerals that absorb water and swell, causing bumps across terrain.

(archaic, euphemistic) Human faeces.

plural of soil fertility

(horticulture) The ability of a soil to sustain plant growth.

(archaic, idiomatic) To run into the mire or water; hence, to take refuge or shelter.

(geomorphology) downhill creep

plural of soil creep

plural of soil scientist