Synonyms for

Grasses

Verb / ˈgræsʌz / / ˈgræsɪz / Another word for grasses — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Grasses are plants with narrow leaves that grow in clumps.

Synonyms & similar words

supergrass sess pasture pasturage pot giveaway dope eatage rat denounce smoke skunk gage weed guntergrass locoweed tellon stag forage sens shop snitch grassover greengoddess betray herbs sedges rushes reeds bamboo cane straw stalks pasture meadow turf lawn sod grazing forage fodder hay silage feed chaff

Synonyms by register

Formal

herbage vegetation flora

Informal

lawn turf

Literary

sod greenery

Antonyms

barrenness desert rock stone concrete pavement

Common collocations

  • tall grasses
  • wild grasses
  • short grasses
  • green grass
  • dry grass
  • grass roots
  • grass seed

Word family

noun grass
verb grass
adjective grassy

Usage note

The word 'grasses' is the plural of 'grass', referring to plants of the family Poaceae. It can also refer to marijuana informally.

Example sentences

  1. The grasses in the garden need to be watered every day.
  2. The golf course is covered in thick, green grasses.
  3. The farmer uses the tall grasses in the field to feed his cows.
  4. The grasses on the side of the road were blowing in the wind.
  5. The park was filled with beautiful, colorful grasses.

Quotes

  • 'The grass is always greener on the other side.' - Unknown
  • 'A blade of grass is a commonplace on Earth; it would be a miracle on Mars.' - Carl Sagan
  • 'I am the grass, I cover all.' - Carl Sandburg

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