Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grassy-verge

noun
/ˈɡrasi vərjdʒ/
Definition
A grassy verge refers to the strip of grass or vegetation that borders a road or path.
Examples
  • The children played on the grassy verge while waiting for the bus.
  • Many wildflowers bloom in the grassy verge beside the rural road.
  • Motorists should be careful not to park on the grassy verge as it can harm the plants.
Meaning
It is often a space that lies between a road and a sidewalk or adjacent land, typically allowing for the growth of grass and other plants.
Synonyms
  • grass border
  • roadside grass
  • verge
  • buffer zone