1. plural of subsoil; the layers of soil beneath the topsoil

1. third person singular present of subsoil; breaks up hard layers of soil beneath the surface using a subsoiler
Usage: agricultural

Examples

• The farmer tested the subsoils to check their drainage capacity.
• Different subsoils contain varying amounts of clay and sand.
• The construction crew analyzed the subsoils before laying the foundation.
• Heavy machinery can compact subsoils if used improperly.
• The tractor subsoils the field every few years to improve root penetration.
• She subsoils the compacted areas to restore soil structure.