Definition

An area of ground covered with green grass, often used for lawns or parks.

Example

The children played on the soft greensward in the park.

Conversation

I love spending time on the greensward in the park.

It's such a nice place to relax and enjoy the sun.

Yeah, especially with a picnic on the grass.

Absolutely! We should plan one this weekend.

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Root Explanation

Greensward is formed from "green" (from Old English "grēne", meaning of the color green or covered with grass) and "sward" (from Old English "sweard", meaning a piece of ground covered with grass). The word "greensward" refers to a grassy area or turf that is green in color.

Memory Tip

Think of 'green' as the color of grass and 'sward' as the ground covered with it — together, they describe a lush, grassy area.

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