sward
sward
noun \ˈswȯrd\Definition of SWARD
1
: a portion of ground covered with grass
2
: the grassy surface of land
— sward·ed \ˈswȯr-dəd\ adjective
See Origin of SWARD
Middle English, from Old English sweard, swearth skin, rind; akin to Middle High German swart skin, hide
First Known Use: 15th century
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