noun
the state of being covered with unclean things
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noun
the part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock
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noun
material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use)
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- the land had never been plowed
- good agricultural soil
noun
the geographical area under the jurisdiction of a sovereign state
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- American troops were stationed on Japanese soil
verb
make soiled, filthy, or dirty
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- don't soil your clothes when you play outside!