lawn mower

noun

: a machine for cutting grass on lawns

Examples of lawn mower in a Sentence

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Ethanol-free gas, which many boaters, classic car owners and lawn mower users prefer, is anywhere from 20 cents to $1 per gallon more than regular fuel, according to the National Association of Convenience Stores, which also represents fuel retailers. ABC News, 5 June 2026 Look at modern washing machines, lawn mowers, homes. Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 3 June 2026 The best lawn mower height settings to use depend on a few different factors, including the type of grass and the season. Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026 Tip the lawn mower onto its side to access the blade, ensuring the air filter and carburetor face upward. Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 2 June 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 9 Jun. 2026.

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lawn mower

noun
: a machine for cutting grass on lawns

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