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Turf

That upper stratum of earth and vegetable mold which is filled with the roots of grass and other small plants, so as to adhere and form a kind of mat; sward; sod.

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Cover 76% connected

To overspread the surface of (one thing) with another; as, to cover wood with paint or lacquer; to cover a table with a cloth.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Ground 76% connected

of Grind

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Jurisdiction 76% connected

The legal power, right, or authority of a particular court to hear and determine causes, to try criminals, or to execute justice; judicial authority…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Land 76% connected

Urine. See Lant.

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Soil 76% connected

To feed, as cattle or horses, in the barn or an inclosure, with fresh grass or green food cut for them, instead of sending them out to pasture; hence…

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Divot 76% connected

A thin, oblong turf used for covering cottages, and also for fuel.

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Greensward 92% connected

Turf green with grass.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Sod 92% connected

of Seethe

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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Sward 92% connected

Skin; covering.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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