Diatomaceous Earth (Noun)
Meaning
A light soil consisting of siliceous diatom remains and often used as a filtering material.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Diatomaceous earth is often used as a natural pest control in gardens, as it can dehydrate and kill insects that come into contact with it.
- The aquarium filter was filled with diatomaceous earth, which helped to remove tiny particles and keep the water clear.
- To clean the pool, we added a bag of diatomaceous earth to the filter, which absorbed the dirt and left the water sparkling.
- The winemaker carefully poured the liquid through a filter filled with diatomaceous earth, removing any sediment or impurities.
- In the garden, a thin layer of diatomaceous earth was spread around the plants to deter slugs and snails and improve soil drainage.