Ground Cover Definition

noun
Any of various low, dense-growing plants, as ivy, pachysandra, etc., used for covering the ground, as in places where it is difficult to grow grass.
Webster's New World
A low-growing dense growth of plants, such as pachysandra or crown vetch, planted for ornamental purposes or to prevent soil erosion in areas where turf is difficult to grow, as in deep shade or on a steep slope.
American Heritage
A plant used for such a growth.
American Heritage
Synonyms:
  • groundcover

Other Word Forms of Ground Cover

Noun

Singular:
ground cover
Plural:
ground covers

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