turf
Definition
- n. surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots
- n. the territory claimed by a juvenile gang as its own
- n. range of jurisdiction or influence
- v. cover (the ground) with a surface layer of grass or grass roots
Word forms
- Past participle
- turfed
- Present participle
- turfing
- Past tense
- turfed
- Third person singular
- turfs
Example sentences
n.
The soccer field was covered in thick green turf that felt soft underfoot.
vt.
They decided to turf the backyard to create a nice area for the kids to play.