agrostis
|a-gros-tis|
C2
/əˈɡrɒstɪs/
type of grass
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agrostis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'agrōstis', where 'agrōstis' meant 'a type of grass'.
Historical Evolution
'agrōstis' was adopted into Latin as 'agrostis', and eventually became the modern English word 'agrostis'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a type of grass', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of grasses, commonly known as bentgrass, used in lawns and pastures.
The golf course was covered with agrostis to ensure a smooth playing surface.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/04 10:36