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grassland

Definition

A grassland is a large area of land covered in grasses. Grasslands are found all over the world, in many different climates. They are home to a variety of animals, including grazing animals, such as cows and horses, and predators, such as wolves and lions.

Grasslands are important for many reasons. They provide food for animals, help to prevent soil erosion, and they are a source of water for many plants and animals. Grasslands are also home to many different plants, including wildflowers, shrubs, and trees.

How can the word be used?

The farmer converted his land to grassland.

grassland

Different forms of the word

Noun: grassland.

Adjective: grassland.

Verb: to grassland.

Synonym: prairie, savanna, steppe.

Etymology

The word "grassland" comes from the Old English words "græs" and "land", which mean "green plant" and "land" respectively. The Old English words are thought to be derived from the Proto-Germanic words "grasa" and "landaz", which also mean "green plant" and "land" respectively.

Question

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