Turf (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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noun, plural turfs, (especially British) turves [turvz]. /tɜrvz/.
  1. a layer of matted earth formed by grass and plant roots.
  2. peat, especially as material for fuel.
  3. a block or piece of peat dug for fuel.
  4. Slang.
    • the neighborhood over which a street gang asserts its authority.
    • a familiar area, as of residence or expertise: Denver is her turf. When you talk literature you're getting into my turf.
  5. a piece cut or torn from the surface of grassland; sod.
  6. the turf,
    • the track over which horse races are run.
    • the practice or sport of racing horses.
verb (used with object)
  1. to cover with turf or sod.
  2. to remove from a desirable office or position; expel; kick out: He was turfed from leadership of the group.
noun plural turfs or turves (tɜːvz)
  1. the surface layer of fields and pastures, consisting of earth containing a dense growth of grasses with their roots; sod
  2. a piece cut from this layer, used to form lawns, verges, etc
  3. the turf
    • a track, usually of grass or dirt, where horse races are run
    • horse racing as a sport or industry
  4. the territory or area of activity over which a person or group claims exclusive rights
  5. an area of knowledge or influence
  6. another term for peat 1
  7. to be an unavoidable part of a particular situation or process
verb
  1. to cover with pieces of turf
Turf (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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