fescue

• Существительное, обозначающее тип травы, обычно используемой в газонах, на пастбищах или в качестве дерна, принадлежащей к роду Festuca.

A noun referring to a type of grass, typically used in lawns, pastures, or as turf, belonging to the genus Festuca.

1. Type of grassC1formal

   A genus of grasses (Festuca) commonly used for lawns, pastures, and erosion control.

   Тип травы

   • The lawn was planted with a mix of fescue and ryegrass.
   • Fescue is known for its tolerance to shade and drought.
   • Farmers often use tall fescue for grazing livestock.

2. Teaching pointerC2formalbritish

   A small stick or pointer used by a teacher to point at a blackboard or chart.

   Указка

   • The professor used a fescue to indicate key points on the diagram.
   • In old classrooms, a fescue was a common teaching tool.
   • He tapped the fescue against the board for emphasis.

   Синонимыpointerstick