Mowing: meaning, definitions and examples

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mowing

 

[ ˈmoʊɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

grass cutting

Mowing refers to the action of cutting down grass or vegetation to maintain a neat appearance in lawns, gardens, or fields. It is commonly done using a lawnmower or similar equipment and is often part of routine lawn maintenance.

Synonyms

cutting, shearing, trimming

Examples of usage

  • I spent the afternoon mowing the lawn.
  • He enjoys mowing the grass every weekend.
  • The neighbors are always mowing their yards.
  • Mowing is essential for keeping the garden tidy.

Translations

Translations of the word "mowing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 corte de grama

🇮🇳 घास काटना

🇩🇪 Rasenmähen

🇮🇩 memotong rumput

🇺🇦 косіння

🇵🇱 koszenie trawy

🇯🇵 草刈り

🇫🇷 tonte

🇪🇸 corte de césped

🇹🇷 çim biçme

🇰🇷 잔디 깎기

🇸🇦 جز العشب

🇨🇿 sečení trávy

🇸🇰 kosenie trávy

🇨🇳 割草

🇸🇮 košnja

🇮🇸 grass klipping

🇰🇿 шөп шабу

🇬🇪 საკვები ველური

🇦🇿 ot biçmək

🇲🇽 corte de césped

Word origin

The term 'mowing' comes from the Old English word 'māwan', which means 'to cut or to reap'. It is closely related to similar terms in other Germanic languages, such as 'mawen' in Middle Dutch and 'māhen' in German. Historically, mowing has been a significant agricultural practice, particularly in the management of grasslands and fields for fodder. The invention of mechanical mowers in the 19th century revolutionized this practice, making it easier and more efficient. The transition from manual to machine mowing has marked a major technological advancement, significantly impacting how people manage their outdoor spaces.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,400, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.