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loam

[lohm]

loam Definition

  • 1a type of soil that is a mixture of sand, clay, and decaying plant material
  • 2a paste made from clay, sand, and straw, used for building walls

Using loam: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "loam" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The garden was filled with rich loam.

  • Example

    The walls were made of loam and straw.

  • Example

    The loam was perfect for planting vegetables.

loam Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for loam

Phrases with loam

  • a type of loam soil that contains more sand than other types

    Example

    Sandy loam is ideal for growing crops like corn and potatoes.

  • a type of loam soil that contains more clay than other types

    Example

    Clay loam is ideal for growing crops like beans and peas.

  • a type of brick made from loam

    Example

    The house was built using loam bricks.

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Summary: loam in Brief

Loam [lohm] is a type of soil that is a mixture of sand, clay, and decaying plant material. It is ideal for planting vegetables and crops, such as corn and potatoes. Loam can also be used to make a paste for building walls, as seen in the construction of loam and straw walls.