noun
- plural of peat; partially decomposed organic matter found in wetlands, used as fuel or soil amendment
Examples
- The gardener mixed peats into the soil to improve drainage.
- Different types of peats are harvested from various bogs.
- The greenhouse used peats as a growing medium for seedlings.
- Irish peats have been used as fuel for centuries.
- The scientist studied various peats to understand bog ecosystems.
- Horticultural peats help retain moisture in potting mixes.