Foliage

/ˈfoʊliɪdʒ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The plant leaves collectively; the leaves of a plant or tree.
The dense foliage provided ample shade on a hot summer day.
A decorative arrangement of leaves and branches, often used in design or art.
The wedding décor featured beautiful foliage intertwined with flowers.
The aggregate of leaves or leaf-like parts of the plant.
In autumn, the foliage turns vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old French 'foliage,' from 'folie' meaning leaf, from Latin 'folium'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fall foliage
The changing colors of leaves during autumn.
dense foliage
Thick collection of leaves that makes it difficult to see through.
lush foliage
Healthy, thick, and green plant leaves.

Related Words

leaf
A single leaf of a plant.
bough
A main branch of a tree.
canopy
The upper layer of foliage in a forest.

Slang Meanings

Green cover in urban spaces.
The city added more foliage to reduce heat.
Stylish outdoor decor with lots of plants.
Their backyard is total foliage goals!