Grassy

Pronunciation: /ˈɡræsi/

Definitions of grassy

adjective describing a noun as having characteristics of grass, such as being covered in grass or having a texture similar to grass

Example Sentences

A1 The grassy field was perfect for a picnic.

A2 The children played in the grassy park all afternoon.

B1 The horse grazed in the grassy meadow.

B2 The hikers enjoyed the scenic views of the grassy hills.

C1 The luxurious estate had a beautifully landscaped grassy lawn.

C2 The golf course was known for its perfectly manicured grassy fairways.

Examples of grassy in a Sentence

formal The grassy field was a perfect spot for a picnic.

informal I love laying in the grassy area by the pond.

slang Let's chill in the grassy patch over there.

figurative Her mind was like a grassy field, full of fresh ideas and possibilities.

Grammatical Forms of grassy

• past tense: grassed
• plural: grassies
• comparative: grassier
• superlative: grassiest
• present tense: grasses
• future tense: will grass
• perfect tense: has grassed
• continuous tense: is grassing
• singular: grassy
• positive degree: grassy
• infinitive: to grass
• gerund: grassing
• participle: grassed

Origin and Evolution of grassy

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'grassy' originated from the Old English word 'græslic' which meant 'full of grass'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'grassy' has retained its original meaning of being covered with grass, but it has also evolved to be used in a more figurative sense to describe something that is green, lush, or natural.