grassier; grassiest
1
a
: covered or abounding with grass
grassy lawns
b
: having a flavor or odor of grass
grassy tea
wine with a grassy bouquet
2
: resembling grass especially in color

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That small section of fire was extinguished Sunday afternoon, but videos posted on social media by South Metro Fire Rescue showed the flames continue to spread across the grassy open space, sending up a wall of smoke. Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 14 July 2025 The town's two statues Near the grassy entrance of the Rhea County Courthouse, two life-sized statues of Darrow and Bryan commemorate the history. Kelly Puente, The Tennessean, 12 July 2025 Anisimova will meet Polish tennis player Iga Świątek Saturday on Wimbledon's grassy center court for the finals. / Cbs News, CBS News, 10 July 2025 The opening is a blend of fresh, grassy notes that dries down to reveal a surprising pear aroma. Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 3 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for grassy

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of grassy was in the 15th century

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“Grassy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grassy. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.

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