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turfed

/tɜːrft/ /tɝːft/

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verb

To cover with turf; to create a lawn by laying turfs.

Examples :

"The park workers turfed the empty lot, creating a new green space for the children to play. "

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verb

(Ultimate Frisbee) To throw a frisbee well short of its intended target, usually causing it to hit the ground within 10 yards of its release.

Examples :

"During the Ultimate Frisbee game, Liam turf-ed the disc, sending it bouncing only a few feet away. "

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verb

To fire from a job or dismiss from a task.

Examples :

"Eight managers were turfed after the merger of the two companies."

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verb

To cancel a project or product.

Examples :

"The company turfed the concept car because the prototype performed poorly."

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verb

To expel, eject, or throw out; to turf out.

Examples :

"The landlord turfed them out of the apartment for not paying rent. "

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verb

To transfer or attempt to transfer (a patient or case); to eschew or avoid responsibility for.

Examples :

"The hospital turfed the elderly patient to a smaller clinic, claiming they lacked the necessary specialized equipment to treat her complex condition. "

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adjective

Constructed from turf.

Examples :

"The children enjoyed playing on the turfed roof of their treehouse. "

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adjective

Covered or adorned with turf or grass.

Examples :

"The park was beautifully turfed, making it a perfect place for a picnic. "

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