Leafage: meaning, definitions and examples
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leafage
[ หliหfษชdส ]
plant growth
Leafage refers to the leaves of plants collectively. It can also denote lush or abundant foliage that enhances the visual appeal of the plant. Additionally, the term can be used to describe the overall health and vitality of a plant based on its foliage.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The leafage in the garden is vibrant this spring.
- She admired the rich green leafage of the tropical plants.
- The tree's leafage provided excellent shade on a hot day.
Translations
Translations of the word "leafage" in other languages:
๐ต๐น folhagem
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเคคเฅเคคเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Laub
๐ฎ๐ฉ daun
๐บ๐ฆ ะปะธััะฒัะฝัััั
๐ต๐ฑ liลcie
๐ฏ๐ต ่
๐ซ๐ท feuillage
๐ช๐ธ follaje
๐น๐ท yaprak
๐ฐ๐ท ์์ฌ๊ท
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃูุฑุงู ุงูุดุฌุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ listovรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ listovosลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ๅถๅญ
๐ธ๐ฎ listje
๐ฎ๐ธ blaรฐ
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะฐะฟััะฐา
๐ฌ๐ช แคแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ yarpaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ follaje
Etymology
The word 'leafage' is formed from the base word 'leaf' which comes from the Old English 'leรกf', meaning a leaf or foliage, and the suffix '-age', which denotes a condition or state. It was first used in the 14th century to describe the condition of having leaves. The term reflects the importance of leaves in botany and ecology, where they play a crucial role in photosynthesis, respiration, and transpiration. Over time, 'leafage' has evolved to emphasize the aesthetic qualities of leaves and their arrangement, highlighting their role in the overall appearance of plants and landscapes.