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leafage

noun

ˈlē-fij

Definition of leafage

as in foliage

green leaves or plants the springtime leafage enveloping the park makes it seem much more private

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Cold nights can stress roots and foliage, even when daytime temperatures remain pleasant.

— Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026
Set the scene Cloaked in dense foliage at the edge of Old Town Key West, the Island House is a haven for gay men looking for comraderie (and more) as part of a tropical vacation.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of foliage

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And the Hawk fire is the latest example of the growing threat of destructive urban conflagrations in these zones as the planet warms, vegetation dries out and wildfires become more destructive.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Planes are dropping retardant lines and bulldozers are pushing vegetation aside so the fire won’t have anything to consume.

— Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of vegetation

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During a foray around Toolik Lake, Francis carried a knuckle-sized magnifying lens around his neck like a locket, using it to reveal the wonder of the tiny flora at his feet.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026
Local eco-systems have been respected; a plant nursery on site ensures the development and growth of local species and the preservation of the existing flora and fauna.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026

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