mow
3 synonyms for mow, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To cut grass or crops close to the ground.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
pout
cut down
How to use mow
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
mow the lawn
mow down
mow the grass
Etymology
From Old English māwan, "to mow, reap," a very old word shared across Germanic languages and related to Latin metō, "to harvest."
Full origin of mow →Frequently asked questions
What does “mow” mean?
The word “mow” means to cut grass or crops close to the ground. In plain terms, to cut grass short, or to strike down forcefully in numbers.
How do you pronounce “mow”?
“Mow” is pronounced MOH (/ˈmoʊ̯/ in IPA).
How do you use “mow” in a sentence?
Here is “mow” used in a sentence: “He mows the lawn every Saturday morning.”
What part of speech is “mow”?
“Mow” is a verb.
Where does the word “mow” come from?
The word “mow” comes from Latin. From Old English māwan, "to mow, reap," a very old word shared across Germanic languages and related to Latin metō, "to harvest.".
How many meanings does “mow” have?
“Mow” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to cut grass or crops close to the ground.
