grassy

[ gras-ee, grah-see ]

adjective

, grass·i·er, grass·i·est.

1. covered with grass.
2. of, like, or pertaining to grass; grasslike.
3. of the color of grass:

   grassy green.

grassy

/ ˈɡrɑːsɪ /

adjective

1. covered with, containing, or resembling grass

Derived Forms

• ˈgrassiness, noun

Other Words From

• grassi·ness noun
• un·grassy adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of grassy¹

First recorded in 1505–15; grass + -y ¹

Example Sentences

At Johannisplatz, 118 species are present, as it has trees, hedges and some grassy areas despite being sealed to a relatively large extent.

From Science Daily

The ground in November is not as cold as it would be in midwinter so some of the snow hitting the roads will probably melt, though larger accumulations could gather on colder grassy surfaces.

From BBC

The first responders found four men in a grassy area in front of the building and a white powdery substance nearby.

From Los Angeles Times

Archaeologists have found the remains of two medieval cities in the grassy mountains of eastern Uzbekistan, a discovery that could shift our understanding of the fabled Silk Road.

From BBC

They emerge from within a rocky outcropping in an otherwise grassy field and hold up their hands, as if in benediction.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• carpeted
• lush
• verdant