Leaves: meaning, definitions and examples

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leaves

 

[ liหvz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in nature

The leaves are the main organs of photosynthesis and transpiration in plants. They are typically green and flat, with a network of veins. Leaves come in various shapes and sizes, depending on the plant species.

Synonyms

foliage, greenery

Examples of usage

  • The leaves of the oak tree turned golden in autumn.
  • She pressed a colorful leaf in her notebook as a keepsake.
  • The leaves rustled in the wind, creating a soothing sound.
  • I need to rake the leaves in the backyard before winter comes.
  • His herbal tea was made from dried leaves of various plants.
Context #2 | Noun

paper

In the context of books and documents, leaves refer to the individual sheets. These leaves are bound together to form a book or a manuscript. Each leaf typically has two pages, one on the front and one on the back.

Synonyms

pages, sheets

Examples of usage

  • She carefully turned the delicate leaf of the ancient manuscript.
  • The book had gilt edges on its leaves, giving it a luxurious look.
  • The dictionary had thin leaves that made it lightweight and easy to carry.
  • He scribbled a note on a torn leaf of his notebook.
  • The leaves of the book were yellowed with age.
Context #3 | Verb

depart

When used as a verb, 'leaves' means to go away from a place. It signifies departure or exit from a location, either temporarily or permanently. This action can be physical or metaphorical.

Synonyms

depart, exit, go away

Examples of usage

  • She leaves for work early in the morning.
  • The train leaves the station at 10 o'clock sharp.
  • He decided to leave his hometown and start afresh in a new city.
  • After the argument, she angrily declared that she would leave him.
  • The meeting leaves me with more questions than answers.

Translations

Translations of the word "leaves" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น folhas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคคเฅเคคเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Blรคtter

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ daun

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะธัั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ liล›cie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่‘‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท feuilles

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hojas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yapraklar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์žŽ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูˆุฑุงู‚ ุงู„ุดุฌุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ listy

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ listy

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅถๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ listi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ laufblรถรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐะฟั‹ั€ะฐา›ั‚ะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒแƒ—แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yarpaqlar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hojas

Etymology

The word 'leaves' originated from the Old English word 'leaf,' which itself can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic 'laubaz.' The concept of leaves in plants has been essential for the survival of various species, enabling photosynthesis and oxygen production. In the context of paper leaves, the term evolved as a part of bookbinding and manuscript creation. The verb form of 'leaves' has roots in the idea of departure or separation. Over time, 'leaves' has become a versatile word with multiple meanings and applications.

See also: leaf, leaflet, leafy.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,155, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.