soils

1. the state of being covered with unclean thingsSynonyms: dirt, filth, grease, grime, grunge, soil, stain

2. the part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rockSynonyms: dirt, soil

3. material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use)Examples: "the land had never been plowed"; "good agricultural soil"Synonyms: ground, land, soil

4. the geographical area under the jurisdiction of a sovereign stateExamples: "American troops were stationed on Japanese soil"Synonyms: soil, territory