Definitions for a horizon

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Random House Webster's College Dictionary

A horizon(n.)

the topsoil in a soil profile.
Category: Geology

Origin of A horizon:

1935–40

Princeton's WordNet

A-horizon, A horizon(noun)
the top layer of a soil profile; usually contains humus

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