Definition of compost Compost

/kɑˈmpowst/ - [kampowst] - com•post

We found 11 definitions of compost from 6 different sources.

What does compost mean?

WordNet

Noun Plural: composts
compost - a mixture of decaying vegetation and manure; used as a fertilizer
		composition something that is created by arranging several things to form a unified whole; "he envied the composition of their faculty"
Verb composts, composting, composted
compost - convert to compost; "compost organic debris"
		convert change in nature, purpose, or function; undergo a chemical change; "The substance converts to an acid"

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Wiktionary

compost (Noun)
The decayed remains of organic matter that has rotted into a natural fertilizer.
compost (Verb)
To produce compost, let organic matter decay into fertilizer.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

compost (n.)
A mixture; a compound.
compost (n.)
A mixture for fertilizing land; esp., a composition of various substances (as muck, mold, lime, and stable manure) thoroughly mingled and decomposed, as in a compost heap.
compost (v. t.)
To manure with compost.
compost (v. t.)
To mingle, as different fertilizing substances, in a mass where they will decompose and form into a compost.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

compost
A mixture of decaying organic matter used to fertilize and condition the soil.

Wikipedia

Compost is a type of fertilizer that is made from rotting plants. It is easy and cheap to make, as all it really requires is vegetable waste. The vegetable waste is broken down by bacteria (germs), and made into compost.

Making a compost heap.

To make a compost heap, you need some space fairly far from anyone who might have a problem with the smell. The bottom corner of a garden, or some other place a distance from the house is a good place. Compost heaps should also be placed on soil, or grass: a paved yard or concrete are bad places.

The compost heap should not be in a dark or closed corner.

The best base for a compost heap is a layer of sand, bricks or gravel about 1m long by 1m wide. This is not needed, but it can be a good idea. If using bricks, leave spaces to allow the air to move through. It also allows for the water to run away. The best compost heaps have lots of little spaces inside, to allow air to move around and encourage.

Once the first layer is down, one can begin adding the waste.

Adding meat scraps is a bad idea, as they rot slowly, smell bad and attract rats and other vermin. Human or pet feces is also a very bad idea, as this can transmit disease.

Waste from plants that have died of disease is also bad. The disease can spread to the plants that the compost is used with.

When making a compost heap, different types of waste should be layered. A layer of cut grass can be followed by a layer of vegetable waste and table scraps.

Watering the compost heap is a g