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Wordabulary

leaf litter

Pronunciation
Noun A2 Elementary

Quick answer

The layer of fallen leaves and other plant matter that covers the ground in a forest.

"Their footsteps rustled through the leaf litter along the trail."

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "Their footsteps rustled through the _____ along the trail."

Answer: leaf litter

In your own words, what does "leaf litter" mean?

The layer of fallen leaves and other plant matter that covers the ground in a forest.

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