greenfield
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Noun — Land that has not previously been developed, often considered for new building projects.
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Etymology
From green plus field, originally referring literally to undeveloped agricultural or grassy land.
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What does “greenfield” mean?
The word “greenfield” means land that has not previously been developed, often considered for new building projects. In plain terms, undeveloped land ready for new construction, or — in tech and business — a project with a completely clean slate.
How do you pronounce “greenfield”?
“Greenfield” is pronounced GREEN-feeld (/ˈɡɹinfild/ in IPA).
How do you use “greenfield” in a sentence?
Here is “greenfield” used in a sentence: “The council approved housing on a greenfield site outside town.”
What part of speech is “greenfield”?
Depending on how it is used, “greenfield” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “greenfield” have?
“Greenfield” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: land that has not previously been developed, often considered for new building projects.