Meaning & Definition of word "Peat"

Peat

/piːt/

1. A brown, soil-like material characteristic of wetlands, formed from the decayed remains of mosses and other plant life, commonly found in bogs and marshes.
- Example: The gardener decided to use peat as an organic amendment for improving the soil's moisture retention.
2. A type of fuel made from compressed peat, used especially in some parts of Europe.
- Example: In Ireland, many people still use peat bricks as a traditional type of fuel for heating.
3. Natural deposits of peat that can be harvested for use in gardening or agriculture.
- Example: The company sources its peat from sustainable bogs to minimize environmental impact.

Old Irish 'pét', meaning 'peat' or 'moss'.

peat bog:

A wetland area where peat has accumulated over centuries.

cut peat:

To harvest peat from a bog for use as fuel.

peat fire:

A fire that burns peat, often producing a characteristic smoke.

mire:

A swampy or boggy area where peat may accumulate.

moss:

A type of plant often found growing in peat-rich environments.

Meaning: To be in a bad situation or predicament.

Example Sentence: I'm in a real peat trying to figure this out.

Meaning: Something not worth the trouble or effort.

Example Sentence: That project turned out to be a peat, wasting everyone's time.