greenery

noun

green·​ery ˈgrē-nə-rē How to pronounce greenery (audio)
ˈgrēn-rē
plural greeneries
1
: green foliage or plants
2

Examples of greenery in a Sentence

The restaurant was adorned with greenery. the lush greenery of the islands
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Joel Pitra The primary bedroom is one of the apartment’s showstoppers with views of the greenery on the roof deck. Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 7 Nov. 2024 Thomas suggests real or preserved greenery, like juniper, for wreaths, garlands, and small accents around the home. Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024 Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Faux Needle Pine and Snowberry Garland Line your banister or mantle with this festive greenery that won’t turn brown or drop pine needles even after weeks on display. Maggie Horton, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024 The new restaurant features a bistro-leaning open kitchen indoors and a dual-sided bar, pink umbrellas, curved booths and plenty of greenery on the patio. Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for greenery 

Word History

First Known Use

1797, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of greenery was in 1797

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“Greenery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/greenery. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

greenery

noun
green·​ery ˈgrēn-(ə-)rē How to pronounce greenery (audio)
plural greeneries
: green leaves or plants : verdure

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