Bunchgrass, also known as tussock grass, is a common type of grass that grows in clumps or bunches. There are several synonyms for the word bunchgrass, including bunchy grass, clumped grass, and bunch-forming grass. These synonyms describe the same type of grass that grows in tufts or clumps, with each tuft containing several stems that originate from a single point. Other synonyms for bunchgrass include turf grass, meadow grass, and forage grass. Bunchgrass is an important type of grass for the ecology and economy of many regions, and it is commonly used for grazing livestock and wildlife habitat.