Leafy

/ˈliːfi/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having many leaves; covered with leaves.

The garden was full of leafy bushes that provided privacy.

Consisting of or suitable for consumption as salad greens.

She preferred eating a leafy salad for lunch instead of a heavy meal.

Characterized by an abundance of foliage; lush.

They enjoyed walking through the leafy trails of the forest.

Derived from the Old English 'leaf', indicating something full of leaves.

leafy green

A type of vegetable or plant that is rich in leaves, often used in salads.

leafy suburb

A residential area characterized by many trees and greenery.

leaf

The part of a plant or tree that is typically green and flat.

foliage

Plant leaves collectively, often used when discussing the greenery of an area.

verdant

Green with grass or other rich vegetation.

Referring to an area that is vibrant and filled with life.

This park is so leafy, it's like an oasis in the city.

Used informally to describe something that is abundant or flourishing.

The movie was really leafy with all those colorful characters.