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leafy

[ lee-fee ]

adjective

leafier, leafiest.
  1. having, abounding in, or covered with leaves or foliage:

    the leafy woods.

  2. having broad leaves or consisting mainly of leaves:

    leafy vegetables.

  3. leaflike; foliaceous.


leafy

/ ˈːɪ /

adjective

  1. covered with or having leaves
  2. resembling a leaf or leaves
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Derived Forms

  • ˈ𲹴ھԱ, noun
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Other Word Forms

  • 𲹴i·Ա noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of leafy1

First recorded in 1545–55; leaf + -y 1
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A first-of-its-kind satellite due to launch on Tuesday will be able to see through clouds and leafy canopies to assess how they are protecting the planet from climate change.

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Many plants absorb the toxin into their tissues, which makes it dangerous to eat root vegetables or leafy greens growing in lead-laced soil.

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An investigation by the CDC found that out of 65 individuals who were part of the subclusters, 95% said they ate a mix of leafy greens before falling sick.

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Of course, it’s wonderful in any sort of salad—whether leafy greens, egg salad, a raw vegetable medley or beyond.

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It’s airy and bright, with soaring ceilings, exposed wood rafters and leafy hanging plants.

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