grasswork

/ˈɡræswɜːræk/

Definitions

1. noun

unpainted or rough woodwork, especially the woodwork of a house, especially that which is exposed to the weather

“The old house’s exposed grasswork was beginning to rot.”

2. noun

a low wall or boundary of grass or other low-growing plants

“The garden’s grasswork separated it from the neighbor’s lawn.”

3. verb

to cover the exterior of a building with grass or plants, especially as a form of decoration

“The owner decided to grasswork the old factory’s exterior for a unique aesthetic.”

Synonyms

  • weatherboarding
  • woodwork

Antonyms

  • drywall
  • paneling