compacted soil
nounUK /kəmˈpæktɪd sɔɪl/
US /kəmˈpæktɪd sɔɪl/
Soil that has been squeezed so tightly that air and water cannot get in easily.
The heavy tractor rolled over the field and left compacted soil behind.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Soil pressed together by construction equipment, making it hard for plants to grow.
Builders often leave compacted soil where they park their machines.
3. A layer of soil with few air spaces, which can stop water from draining.
Rainwater pooled on top because of the compacted soil below.
4. Soil made firm on purpose so it can support a road or building.
Engineers tested the compacted soil before pouring the foundation.