noun
- partially decomposed organic matter found in wetlands, used as fuel or soil conditioner
Examples
- The gardener mixed peat into the soil to improve drainage.
- In Ireland, peat has been harvested for centuries as a heating fuel.
- The bog was rich in peat moss and other organic materials.
- Peat fires burn slowly and produce a distinctive smoky smell.
- Environmental groups oppose peat extraction to protect wetland habitats.
- She added peat to her potting mix for the acid-loving plants.