Greenery: meaning, definitions and examples

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greenery

 

[ หˆษกriหnษ™ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

decorating

Greenery refers to foliage, especially when used for decorative purposes. It is often used in floral arrangements, wreaths, and centerpieces to add a natural and fresh element.

Synonyms

foliage, leaves, plants

Examples of usage

  • Her wedding bouquet was filled with beautiful greenery.
  • The interior designer added greenery to the office space to create a more vibrant atmosphere.
Context #2 | Noun

environment

Greenery also refers to the lush green vegetation found in nature. It includes trees, shrubs, and grass that contribute to the natural beauty of landscapes.

Synonyms

flora, green plants, vegetation

Examples of usage

  • The rolling hills were covered in lush greenery.
  • The park was filled with greenery, providing a peaceful retreat from the city.
Context #3 | Noun

urban planning

In urban planning, greenery is the intentional incorporation of plants and trees into city landscapes to promote environmental sustainability and improve air quality.

Synonyms

green spaces, plant life, vegetation

Examples of usage

  • The city council implemented a greenery initiative to plant more trees along the streets.
  • Parks and green spaces are essential for maintaining greenery in urban areas.

Translations

Translations of the word "greenery" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น verdura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคฐเคฟเคฏเคพเคฒเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Grรผnanlage

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kehijauan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะตะปะตะฝัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zieleล„

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ท‘ๅœฐ (ใ‚Šใ‚‡ใใก)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท verdure

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ verdor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yeลŸillik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…น์ง€ (nokji)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎุถุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zeleลˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zeleลˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ปฟๅŒ– (lวœhuร )

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zelenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ grรฆna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐัั‹ะปะดั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฌแƒ•แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yaลŸฤฑllฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ verdor

Etymology

The word 'greenery' originated from the Middle English word 'grene,' which means green color or vegetation. It has been used since the 14th century to describe the lush foliage and plant life. Greenery symbolizes life, growth, and freshness, making it a popular choice for decorating and landscaping.

See also: evergreen, green, greenback, greenbacks, greenhorn, greenhouse, greenness, greens, greenstone, greensward.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,295, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.