greensward

Other forms: greenswards

Definitions of greensward
  1. noun
    surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots
    synonyms: sod, sward, turf
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    types:
    divot
    a piece of turf dug out of a lawn or fairway (by an animals hooves or a golf club)
    type of:
    ground, land, soil
    material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use)
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