Sŏd1, n.
n. [L. Ger. sode, D. zode, zōō, O. D. sode, soode, O. Fries. satha.] That stratum of earth on the surface which is filled with the roots of grass, or any portion of that surface; turf; sward.
She there shall dress a sweeter sod Than fancy's feet have ever trod. Collins.