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peat

[peet] / pit /




NOUN
turf
Synonyms


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A former dairy farm could be transformed into an "internationally recognised hub for research", focused on restoring lowland peat bogs.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

Tightening regulation and environmental concerns over sphagnum - the bog moss that turns to peat - have brought changes, but commercial gathering of common moss remains legal in Wales provided pickers have a permit.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

These soils, known as peat, contain partially decomposed plant material that has accumulated over hundreds or even thousands of years.

From Science Daily • Mar. 4, 2026

The fire spread through deep peat and ignited in several other locations.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

Dad and I unload the bag of peat moss Mom asked for.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera