mow

[moʊ]

mow Definition

• 1. to cut down grass or other plants that cover the ground
• 2. to cut something, especially a large area, using a machine
• 3. to harvest crops

Using mow: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mow" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He mowed the lawn every Saturday morning.

• Example

  The farmer mowed the wheat field with his tractor.

• Example

  The company hired a landscaping crew to mow the grass around the office building.

mow Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mow

• cut
• trim
• clip
• shear

Antonyms for mow

• grow
• cultivate

Phrases with mow

• mow down

  to knock someone or something down with great force, especially by shooting

  Example

  The soldiers mowed down the enemy troops with their machine guns.

• mow the lawn

  to cut the grass in a yard or garden

  Example

  I need to mow the lawn before the barbecue this weekend.

• mow the hay

  to cut and gather hay for animal feed

  Example

  The farmer spent all day mowing the hay in the fields.

Origins of mow

from Middle English 'mowen', from Old English 'māwan'

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Summary: mow in Brief

The verb 'mow' [moʊ] means to cut down grass or other plants, often using a machine. It can also refer to harvesting crops. Examples include 'He mowed the lawn every Saturday morning' and 'The farmer mowed the wheat field with his tractor.' Phrases include 'mow down,' meaning to knock someone or something down with great force, and 'mow the lawn,' meaning to cut the grass in a yard or garden.