sod

/sɒd/ /sɔd/

Definitions

1. noun

a layer of grass or grassy soil, especially one that is recently laid or sown.

“The new lawn required regular watering to help the sod establish itself.”

2. verb

to cover or lay grass or grassy soil on a piece of ground.

“The gardener spent the day sodding the newly excavated area of the garden.”

3. verb

to strike or hit (something) with the foot or by kicking.

“He accidentally sodded his phone with his football boot.”

4. verb

to make (a surface) uneven or rough, especially by walking on it.

“The muddy path had been sodded by the many hikers who had passed through the area.”

Synonyms

  • grass
  • turf

Antonyms

  • bare
  • barren