1
archaic
: an open space between woods : glade
2
: ground (as around a house or in a garden or park) that is covered with grass and is kept mowed
3
: a relatively even layer of bacteria covering the surface of a culture medium
: a fine sheer linen or cotton fabric of plain weave that is thinner than cambric
lawny
adjective
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Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Feb. 2026
State lawn sovereign state What, if anything, should the Texas Legislature do in the way of hemp and marijuana policy?
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Even the cheerful, bright yellow winter aconite (Eranthus hyemalis) that have crept out into the lawn have popped open a few of their cheerful yellow blooms just a few inches above the frozen soil.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
Across the property, mature landscaping is punctuated by statues, fountains, sweeping lawns, and a swimming pool and spa framed by multiple patios and an outdoor fireplace.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Mulching grass clipping and leaves through your mower will return organic matter to your lawn.
—Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 14 Feb. 2026
State lawn sovereign state What, if anything, should the Texas Legislature do in the way of hemp and marijuana policy?
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Even the cheerful, bright yellow winter aconite (Eranthus hyemalis) that have crept out into the lawn have popped open a few of their cheerful yellow blooms just a few inches above the frozen soil.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
Across the property, mature landscaping is punctuated by statues, fountains, sweeping lawns, and a swimming pool and spa framed by multiple patios and an outdoor fireplace.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2026
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“Lawn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lawn. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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lawn
1 of 2 noun
ˈlȯn 
ˈlän
: ground covered with grass that is kept mowed
lawn
2 of 2 noun
: a fine sheer linen or cotton fabric
Etymology
Noun
Middle English launde "an open space between woods," from early French lande "land overgrown with shrubs"; of Celtic origin
Noun
Middle English lawn "a sheer fabric," probably from Laon, a town in France where linen was made
Medical Definition
lawn
noun
: a relatively even layer of bacteria covering the surface of a culture medium
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