Wordle Answer for August 21, 2024
MULCH was the Wordle answer for August 21, 2024. If you missed the day or you're looking it up after the fact, this page collects the hints and word context in one place.
The answer
MULCH
What mulch means
A protective layer of material such as wood chips, leaves, or straw spread over soil around plants to retain moisture, regulate temperature, and suppress weeds.
Where the word comes from
Mulch likely comes from the Middle English word mulsh or molsh, which may derive from Old English *molsc meaning soft or crumbly. The word gained its modern meaning—a protective layer of material spread over soil—sometime in the 17th century, possibly influenced by the idea of something soft or broken down covering the ground.
Hints for August 21, 2024
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Synonyms of mulch
- tillage
- plastic
- residue
- stone mulching
- ground cover
- mulching mower
- litter
- rock mulching
Used in a sentence
The gardener spread dark _____ around the tomato plants to retain moisture and prevent weeds.
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