foliage

noun

ˈfō-lē-ij How to pronounce foliage (audio)
Definition of foliagenext
as in vegetation
green leaves or plants decided the office needed more foliage and bought a few plants

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Recent Examples of foliage Water at soil level to keep foliage dry and reduce the chance of diseases. — Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 31 Aug. 2026 Fall is also a quieter window for mountain biking and patio dining in the village, and visitors can get a nice foliage tour of the mountain in a 4X4. — Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 But even a partial display of fall foliage is quite breathtaking here, and arriving before the busiest foliage weekends also eases competition for popular trailheads and scenic overlooks. — Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026 The dress featured a low-cut neckline and a dramatic satin skirt that perfectly matched the lush garden foliage abundant at the outdoor wedding. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for foliage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for foliage
  1. vegetation
  2. flora
Noun
  • For decades, deer had populated Santa Rosa Island, but they were eradicated from the island at the end of 2011 to restore its native ecosystem and protect its natural vegetation.
    — Noe Padilla, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
  • In turn, landscapes marred by fire are more susceptible to flash flooding, due to sparse vegetation and changes in the soil.
    — Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of vegetation
Noun
  • The Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden displays vast stretches of flora and hosts cultural shows.
    — Grant Peck, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • 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
Definition of flora

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“Foliage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foliage. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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