mowing

[ moh-ing ]

noun

1. the act of leveling or cutting down grass, grain, etc., with a mowing machine or scythe.
2. the quantity of grass, grain, etc., cut in a specified period.

Word History and Origins

Origin of mowing¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425; mow ¹, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Israel even has a grim term for it: “mowing the grass.”

From Los Angeles Times

He was the guy who was mowing the lawn.

From Salon

“I’m mowing the grass. I’m lining the field. I’m the equipment man. I’m taping ankles. I’m ordering pregame meals. Oh, I’m a part-time teacher,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Actions such as bumping against the structure they are in, mowing or weed whacking around them can cause them to become more aggressive, he said.

From Los Angeles Times

“They found some good spots in the area, and they’re even changing their mowing schedule to accommodate the school,” she said Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times

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