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The Clue

Rich soil component (5 letter answer)

The Answer

HUMUS

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Notes

The answer HUMUS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.

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Definition

HUMUS as a noun:

1. partially decomposed organic matter; the organic component of soil
2. (hummus, humus, hommos, hoummos, humous) = a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East