Manila grass

7.3

A lawn grass from the Philippines used on lawns and golf courses that tolerates heat

noun

: césped de Manila

Golf courses in tropical regions often use Manila grass because of its fine texture.

Examples

The landscaper suggested planting Manila grass for its durability in hot climates.
After replacing the old turf, the lawn now features lush Manila grass.
The garden was covered in Manila grass.
Many homeowners prefer Manila grass for their lawns.
Golf courses in tropical regions often use Manila grass because of its fine texture.
The landscaper suggested planting Manila grass for its durability in hot climates.
Many homeowners prefer Manila grass for their lawns.

Synonyms

Zoysia matrella

vsManila grass

Specialized

8.9

A grass that grows in warm places and people use for lawns

describes one native specifically to the Philippines and cultivated in the United States

Surface Forms

Manila grass singular

Manila grasses plural

Morphology

Manila + grass

The meaning is directly compositional: 'Manila' names the place of origin and 'grass' names the plant, so 'Manila grass' straightforwardly denotes a variety of grass associated with Manila/the Philippines. This place+noun naming pattern is common across languages and follows normal English composition, so a B1 learner who knows both constituents can infer the meaning.

Etymology

The noun Manila grass is named after Manila in the Philippines, where this fine lawn grass grows. That's why the name now suggests a plant that is 'good in hot weather' and keeps a fine, soft texture.