A(n) ______________ is a very large lined hole where waste materials are layered with soil for their disposal. Once full, these holes are capped with several feet of soil and may eventually be used for recreational purposes.

A landfill is a very large lined hole where waste materials are layered with soil for their disposal. Once full, these holes are capped with several feet of soil and may eventually be used for recreational purposes. This is further explained below.

What is a landfill?

Generally, Digging up and covering up excavated pits with waste material so that they may be reclaimed.

In conclusion, In order to dispose of garbage, it is necessary to dig a huge hole into which the waste is lowered and covered with earth. These holes will be covered with many feet of earth and utilized for recreational purposes after they are fully filled.