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lawn mower

noun

: a machine for cutting grass on lawns

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To put these numbers in perspective, normal conversation is around 60-70 dBA, busy traffic around 80–85 dBA, a lawn mower can range from 80-100 dBA and sporting events or concerts can reach 94–110 dBA. — Laura Coco, The Conversation, 21 Sep. 2026 Once the roots extend beyond the limits of the planting hole, the mulch ring just provides protection from lawn mowers. — Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Sep. 2026 DeGennaro says to avoid running your lawn mower near the holes or hives. — Julia Avant, CBS News, 9 Sep. 2026 The man killed in the crash was riding a Skag lawn mower and traveled onto the road, pulling into the path of a southbound 2013 Chevrolet Malibu driven by a 63-year-old man, also from Liberty. — Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for lawn mower

Word History

First Known Use

1858, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of lawn mower was in 1858

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“Lawn mower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lawn%20mower. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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lawn mower

noun
: a machine for cutting grass on lawns
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