Meaning of the word loam in English

What does loam mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

loam

US /loʊm/
UK /ləʊm/

Noun

a fertile soil of clay and sand containing humus

Example:
The gardener prepared the bed with rich loam for planting.
This type of plant thrives best in well-drained loam.