sod
UK: sɒd | US: sɑːd
n. a section of grass-covered surface soil held together by matted roots; turf
n. (vulgar slang, chiefly British) a person regarded as contemptible or annoying
vt. to cover with sod or turf
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The word "sod" originates from Middle Dutch sode or Middle Low German sode, meaning "turf" or "grass-covered earth." It entered English in the late 15th century, retaining its core meaning of a chunk of grassy soil. Over time, it acquired vulgar slang connotations in British English, likely due to its association with dirt or something lowly. Its compact structure and unclear morpheme boundaries classify it as non-splittable.
The gardener carefully laid strips of sod to create a new lawn.
He kicked the sod in frustration after missing the goal.
(Slang) "That sod stole my parking spot!"
The construction crew sodded the bare patches to prevent erosion.
Ancient builders used sod to insulate their homes.