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turfy

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈtɜrfi/

KK: /ˈtɜrfi/

adjective
Definition

Relating to or made of grass and soil, often used to describe a surface that is covered with grass.


Example

The turfy area of the park is perfect for picnics and playing games.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen the new park they built downtown?
Sloth B
Yeah, it looks really nice and turfy!
Sloth A
I love how they used real grass instead of fake stuff.
Sloth B
It definitely makes it more inviting for picnics and games.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
grassy
soddy
lawned
Antonyms
barren
dry
arid
Root Explanation

Turfy → It originates from the word 'turf' (from Old English *turf*, meaning a piece of grass-covered soil) and the suffix '-y' (meaning characterized by or full of). The word 'turfy' describes something that is characterized by or full of turf, often referring to grassy areas.

Memory Tip

Think of 'turf' as a grassy area, and remember that 'turfy' means something that is full of or characterized by grass.

Visually Confused Words
turkify
thurify
turgy
tufty
surfy
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