Lawn — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈlȯn/

Meaning & Definition of Lawn

Lawn (noun)

  1. an open space between woods, glade
  2. ground (as around a house or in a garden or park) that is covered with grass and is kept mowed
  3. a relatively even layer of bacteria covering the surface of a culture medium
  4. a fine sheer linen or cotton fabric of plain weave that is thinner than cambric

Lawn (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an area of ground (such as the ground around a house or in a garden or park) that is covered with short grass

    "We had a picnic on the lawn in front of the monument."

    "a neighborhood with well-kept lawns"

    similar: grass, green, greensward, clearing, field, ground, lot, parcel, plat, plot, tract, common(s), croft (chiefly British), glade, grassland, heath, heathland, lea, meadow, moor, pasture, pastureland

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Lawn

The most common words with a similar meaning to Lawn:

Chiefly British: croft
grass, green, greensward, clearing, field, ground, lot, parcel, plat, plot, tract, common(s), glade, grassland, heath, heathland, lea, meadow, moor, pasture, pastureland

Word Forms of Lawn

Derived words: lawn (adjective), lawny (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Lawn

Middle English launde, from Anglo-French land, launde wood, unwooded field, of Celtic origin; akin to Middle Irish lann land land

First known use: 1548

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Lawn

Words & Phrases Containing Lawn

lawn bowling, lawn mower, lawn tennis, lawn chair, lawn party, mow the lawn

Frequently Asked Questions about Lawn

What does "Lawn" mean?

"Lawn" means an open space between woods, glade. As a noun, it is defined as: an open space between woods, glade.

What is another word for "Lawn"?

Other words for "Lawn" include grass, green, greensward, clearing, field, ground, lot and parcel. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Lawn" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Lawn"?

There are 22 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Lawn". Common alternatives include grass, green, greensward, clearing, field, ground, lot, parcel, plat and plot.

How do you use "Lawn" in a sentence?

Examples of "Lawn" in a sentence: "We had a picnic on the lawn in front of the monument."; "a neighborhood with well-kept lawns".

Is "Lawn" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Lawn" is a noun.

Is "Lawn" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Lawn" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Lawn"?

"Lawn" is pronounced /ˈlȯn/.

What is the origin of the word "Lawn"?

"Lawn" comes from Middle English launde, from Anglo-French land, launde wood, unwooded field, of Celtic origin; akin to Middle Irish lann land land. First known use: 1548.