foliage

[ˈfoʊliɪdʒ]

foliage Definition

the leaves of a plant or tree, especially when they are fully grown.

Using foliage: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "foliage" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The autumn foliage was breathtakingly beautiful.

  • Example

    The dense foliage provided shelter for the animals.

  • Example

    The gardener trimmed the foliage to give it a neat appearance.

foliage Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for foliage

Phrases with foliage

  • leaves that remain green throughout the year

    Example

    The evergreen foliage of the pine trees provided a beautiful backdrop for the winter landscape.

  • leaves that fall off in the autumn

    Example

    The deciduous foliage of the maple tree turned bright red in the fall before falling to the ground.

  • dense and abundant leaves on a plant or tree

    Example

    The garden was filled with lush foliage, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere.

Origins of foliage

from Old French 'foille', meaning 'leaf'

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Summary: foliage in Brief

Foliage [ˈfoʊliɪdʒ] refers to the leaves of a plant or tree, especially when they are fully grown. It can be evergreen or deciduous, and can create a lush atmosphere in gardens or provide shelter for animals. Examples include 'The autumn foliage was breathtakingly beautiful.' and 'The gardener trimmed the foliage to give it a neat appearance.'

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