Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
turf
noun
/tɜːrf/
Definition
Turf refers to the surface layer of soil that is covered with grass and rooted or growing vegetation.
Examples
- The football field was covered with fresh turf for the new season.
- The dog rolled around happily on the green turf in the backyard.
- They decided to replace the old, worn-out turf with new sod.
Meaning
It can also refer to an area of land used for a specific purpose, such as sports activities or gardens.
Synonyms
- grass
- lawn <li=sod
- field
- ground
