Grama (en. Grama)

/ˈɡɾama/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Plant with a thin stem and narrow leaves, generally green in color, that covers the ground.
The field was covered with fresh grass.
El campo estaba cubierto de grama fresca.
A type of grass used to feed livestock.
The rancher sowed grass to improve the feeding of his cows.
El ganadero sembró grama para mejorar la alimentación de sus vacas.
Condition of land covered by grass or turf.
The garden has perfectly maintained grass.
El jardín tiene una grama perfectamente cuidada.

Etymology

From Latin 'gramma', which means 'writing' and is related to the concept of grasses.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make lawn
To cover a surface with grass for cultivation or decoration.
hacer grama
to be on the lawn
To be in a state or place of rest in an area covered with grass.
estar en la grama

Related Words

lawn
Set of grasses that cover a land and are used for gardens and parks.
césped
forage
Food plant, especially grass, used for livestock.
forraje

Slang Meanings

Colloquially used to refer to a place for relaxation or picnic.
Let's chill on the grass in the park.
Vamos a tumbar la grama en el parque.
Term used in some regions to refer to marijuana.
Last night I bought grass to hang out.
Anoche compré grama para pasar el rato.