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undergrowth

noun

Definition of undergrowth

as in vegetation

low-growing plant life (such as bushes or seedlings) existing under larger trees in a forest A thick undergrowth covered the rain forest.

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Recent Examples of undergrowth Armed with a basket and a stick, her keen eyes scanned the damp, leafy undergrowth. — Leah Hudson, Popular Science, 9 July 2026 LightRocket via Getty Images The pride lay hidden in the undergrowth. — Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026 There was a strong wind, blowing in my favor and making enough noise in the undergrowth to cover my movements. — Fred Bear, Outdoor Life, 11 June 2026 Rodent holes, brush piles, firewood, timbers, dense undergrowth, and leaf piles can also attract wasps in search of a place to nest. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for undergrowth

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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

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Outside, dense foliage surrounds the property with 360-degree nature views, while hiking trails and a private lake are just steps away.

— Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026
Families can enjoy the tributary and take in the fall foliage at spots like peaceful Wild River State Park and Interstate State Park, which offers clifftop views of the river.

— Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026

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