Grassier

/ˈɡræsiər/ adjective

Definition

More covered with grass or more resembling grass in appearance or texture (comparative form of grassy).

Etymology

Comparative form of 'grassy' (from 'grass' + adjective suffix '-y'), with the comparative suffix '-er' (Old English '-ra'). Standard English formation following grammatical rules established in Old English.

Kelly Says

Comparatives like 'grassier' reveal how English handles gradation—we don't say 'more grassy' because single-syllable adjectives evolved to just add '-er,' but this rule has exceptions that make English delightfully irregular.

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