artificial turf

American  

noun

1. any of various synthetic, carpetlike materials made to resemble turf and used as a playing surface for football and baseball fields, to cover patios, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of artificial turf

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

Their matches in Dallas and Boston - where Scotland play twice - will be on a temporary grass surface, as they normally operate with artificial turf.

From BBC

While groundskeepers in Europe can pamper pitches until they look like Augusta National, all of the U.S. stadiums hosting World Cup matches are designed for American football, which typically features artificial turf.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We ask California residents to switch to artificial turf and display ‘water conservation’ stickers in public places, yet data center water use remains hidden,” Ren said.

From Los Angeles Times

The team spent $2.9 million to install new grass and artificial turf practice fields while also renovating the weight room inside its relatively new practice facility.

From Los Angeles Times

The intent was to prepare for the artificial turf the Bruins will play Saturday inside Allegiant Stadium, but they will also need to significantly level up to beat Nevada Las Vegas.

From Los Angeles Times