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meadow

noun

mead·​ow ˈme-(ˌ)dō How to pronounce meadow (audio)
often attributive
: land that is covered or mostly covered with grass
wildflowers blooming in the meadow
especially : a tract of moist low-lying usually level grassland
meadowy adjective

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Its sparsely populated terrain is home to shimmering Lake Almanor, an outdoor haven with views of Lassen Peak; Plumas-Eureka State Park, which offers rich mining history; and Bucks Lake Wilderness, home to stunning wildflower meadows during summer. Daria Bachmann, Travel + Leisure, 30 Nov. 2025 Over the years, Stewart has developed equestrian facilities, including stables, paddocks, and riding trails, alongside expansive meadows, woodlands, and gardens. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Nov. 2025 The property features meadows, slick rock formations, and a year-round creek, as well as a bunkhouse once associated with the camp. Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 26 Nov. 2025 For a natural look, grow goldenrod in groups of 3 to 5 plants in flower beds or plant them en masse for more fall color and to create a mini wildflower meadow that benefits wildlife year-round. Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for meadow

Word History

Etymology

Middle English medwe, medowe "grassland kept for hay, pasture field," going back to Old English mǣdwe, oblique singular case form of mǣd, going back to West Germanic *mēdwō- (whence also Old Frisian mēde "pasture, meadow," Middle Dutch māde, mēde), noun derivative from the verbal base *mē- "reap, mow" — more at mow entry 2

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of meadow was before the 12th century

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“Meadow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/meadow. Accessed 3 Dec. 2025.

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meadow

noun
mead·​ow ˈmed-ō How to pronounce meadow (audio)
: an area of moist low usually level grassland

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