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subsoil

/suhb-soil/US // ˈsʌbˌsɔɪl //UK // (ˈsʌbˌsɔɪl) //

底土,底层土,底土层,底层土壤

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Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : the bed or stratum of earth or earthy material immediately under the surface soil.

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Examples

  • For the subsoil of the whole country is very rich, as trees of immense size and height readily demonstrate.

  • The physical characters of the subsoil are often of much importance to the soil itself.

  • In such cases the benefits of subsoil ploughing and deep ploughing are conspicuous.

  • The subsoil should be drained four or six feet below the cellar floor, and this floor is to be laid in concrete and cement.

  • On a subsoil of rocky character the foundation course or even the first and second courses might be unnecessary.