Lawn-neatening tools
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 30, 2026
Stuck on the clue Lawn-neatening tools from the New York Times Daily for March 30, 2026? We have the correct 6-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
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Lawn-neatening tools (6)
Answer
The answer to Lawn-neatening tools is Edgers (6 letters).
Why does Edgers fit this clue?
This is a direct definition clue where 'Lawn-neatening tools' points to EDGERS, specialized gardening implements used to create clean, precise borders around lawns. Edgers are designed to cut through grass and soil along sidewalks, driveways, flower beds, and other landscape boundaries. They work by slicing vertically into the ground to separate lawn areas from adjacent surfaces, creating the sharp, defined lines that give a manicured appearance to yard work. The term 'neatening' in the clue captures exactly what edgers accomplish: transforming rough, overgrown lawn edges into tidy, professional-looking borders.
What does Lawn-neatening tools mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
lawn
noun
•an area of grass that is kept cut short
neatening
verb
•making tidy or orderly in appearance
tools
noun
•implements used to carry out a particular function
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 49-down in the New York Times Daily on March 30, 2026, by Gary Cee, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Edgers mean?
noun
•tools used to trim grass and create clean, defined borders along walkways, driveways, and flower beds
How to use Edgers in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Edgers.
•“The landscaper used edgers to create clean, precise borders between the grass and flower beds.”
•“After mowing the lawn, he grabbed the edgers to trim around the sidewalk and driveway.”
•“The garden center had a sale on various edgers, including both gas-powered and electric models.”
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- What is the answer to Lawn-neatening tools?
- The answer is Edgers (6 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on March 30, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Lawn-neatening tools have?
- The answer has 6 letters: Edgers.
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