Grassy

ˈɡrɑːsi

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Definitions

2 meanings
1

Covered with or resembling grass; full of grass.

ˈɡrɑːsi

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General

Covered with or resembling grass.

The children played on the grassy hill.

💡 Simply: Grassy means something is covered in green grass, like a field or your lawn. Imagine you're walking in a field, and it's all covered in soft, green grass! That's grassy!

👶 For kids: Covered in grass!

More Examples

2

We sat on a grassy knoll and enjoyed the view.

3

The park had a large, grassy area for dogs to run around.

How It's Used

Nature

"The grassy meadows were perfect for a picnic."

Environment

"Grassy areas provide habitats for various insects."

2

Having the characteristics of grass, such as a specific smell or flavor.

ˈɡrɑːsi

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General

Relating to or reminiscent of grass.

The olive oil had a grassy aroma.

💡 Simply: Sometimes things have a 'grassy' taste or smell. It's like the scent of freshly cut grass or a bit of that taste in your olive oil!

👶 For kids: Smelling or tasting a little bit like grass.

More Examples

2

The tea possessed a grassy flavour.

3

The wine had a grassy characteristic.

How It's Used

Food

"The olive oil had a grassy flavor."

Sensory

"The perfume had a grassy note."

Tip:Imagine smelling freshly cut grass.

Synonyms & Antonyms

From "grass" + "-y". "Grass" itself comes from Old English "græs".

The word "grassy" has been used for centuries to describe landscapes and objects covered in or similar to grass.

Memory tip

Think of a field, covered in grass, like a green carpet.

Word Origin

LanguageOld English
Original meaning

"grass"

grassy fieldgrassy areagrassy knollgrassy slopegrassy lawn

Common misspellings

graseygrassigracy

Usage

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