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sod

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Noun — A layer of grass-covered soil held together by roots; turf.

How to use sod

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

lay sod poor sod lazy sod

The "person" sense is informal British slang and can be mildly vulgar depending on context.

Etymology

From Middle English sod/sodde, related to Middle Dutch and Low German words for turf, of uncertain deeper origin.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sod” mean?

The word “sod” means a layer of grass-covered soil held together by roots; turf. In plain terms, a patch of grassy turf, or, informally in British English, a person (often a fellow you're annoyed with or feel sorry for).

How do you pronounce “sod”?

“Sod” is pronounced sod (/sɑd/ in IPA).

How do you use “sod” in a sentence?

Here is “sod” used in a sentence: “They laid fresh sod over the bare patches of the lawn.”

What part of speech is “sod”?

“Sod” is a noun.

Where does the word “sod” come from?

The word “sod” comes from Middle English. From Middle English sod/sodde, related to Middle Dutch and Low German words for turf, of uncertain deeper origin.

Is “sod” a common word?

“Sod” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “sod” have?

“Sod” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a layer of grass-covered soil held together by roots; turf.

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