Composting Glossary

noun a small or insignificant amount or remnant

• The chef meticulously removed all orts from the plate before serving the dish.
• I always leave the orts on my plate when I'm done eating.
• Don't be wasteful, finish your orts!
• The artist used orts of fabric to create a beautiful mosaic.

noun the process of exposing to air, or the state of being exposed to air

• The process of aeration is crucial for maintaining the health of the soil.
• Make sure to give the lawn a good aeration to help the grass grow better.
• I heard that aerating your plants can really give them a boost.
• Aeration of ideas through discussion can lead to innovative solutions.