soil
//sɔɪl//
Noun
soilSingular
soilsPlural
1
The upper layer of earth in which plants grow; a mixture of organic matter, minerals, and rock particles
The soil in this garden is rich and perfect for growing vegetables.
2
The territory or land of a particular nation or region
He was born on American soil.
Verb
soilsPresent tense
soiledPast tense
soiledPast participle
soilingPresent participle
soilsThird-person singular
1
To make dirty or stained, especially with dirt or waste matter
Don't soil your clothes with mud.
2
To tarnish or damage someone's reputation or honor
The scandal soiled his reputation in the community.