greensward

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots

Etymology

From green + sward.

In classic literature

Synonyms

turf, sod, sward

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