Noun Phrase
/ˈtɛm.pə.rɛr.i ˈɡræs.ɪz/
"Temporary grasses" refers to types of grass that are grown for a limited period, often for purposes such as quick lawn patches, erosion control, or seasonal color in landscaping. They are generally easy to establish and grow rapidly, making them suitable for transitional planting or providing ground cover and aesthetic appeal before permanent plants are planted. The term is used more frequently in written contexts, particularly in gardening, landscaping, and agricultural discussions.
Временные травы могут быть хорошим решением для голых участков в вашем саду.
Many people opt for temporary grasses during the summer to enhance their outdoor spaces.
Многие люди выбирают временные травы летом, чтобы улучшить свои открытые пространства.
The use of temporary grasses can help prevent soil erosion in newly constructed areas.
While "temporary grasses" itself is not commonly found in idiomatic expressions, the word "grasses" appears in various idioms related to learning, perception, and observation. Below are a few examples:
This expression suggests that other people's situations often appear better than one's own.
Can't see the wood for the trees.
Often, people can become so caught up in small details (or "grasses") that they fail to see the bigger picture.
Make hay while the sun shines.
This idiom encourages taking advantage of favorable conditions while they last, similar to how temporary grasses thrive in optimal conditions.
Better the devil you know than the devil you don't.
The word "temporary" originates from the Latin term "temporarius," meaning "of time," which is derived from "tempus," meaning "time." "Grasses" comes from the Old English word "gærs," which has roots in Proto-Germanic "*gras," referring to plants of the family Poaceae, commonly known as grasses.
Synonyms: - Transitory grasses - Seasonal grasses - Annual grasses
Antonyms: - Permanent grasses - Perennial grasses - Lasting grasses