Meaning & Definition of word "Sod"

Sod

/sɒd/

noun:

  • 1. A piece of grass-covered surface soil held together by the roots of the grass.
    • Example: The gardener laid new sod in the bare patches of the lawn.
  • 2. The earth; ground.
    • Example: He knelt on the sod to plant his flowers.

verb:

  • 1. To cover (an area) with sod.
    • Example: They decided to sod the backyard to create a more appealing landscape.

slang:

  • 1. A term of contempt for a person, especially a man.
    • Example: Don't be such a sod, just help out your friends.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English 'sodd' meaning 'turf, sod'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sod all:

Nothing; very little.

you lucky sod:

A playful insult suggesting someone is fortunate.

sod it:

An expression of frustration or dismissal.

Related Words

turf:

Grass and the surface layer of earth held together by its roots.

soddy:

Contemptibly foolish or silly.

sodding:

An intensifier in British slang.

Slang Meanings of sod

Meaning: A fool or silly person.

Example Sentence: He acted like a complete sod at the party.

Meaning: Used as a term of endearment among friends.

Example Sentence: Come here, you old sod!