foliage
noun/ˈfoʊliɪdʒ/
Frequency rank: #8,480 most common English word
Meaning
the leaves of a plant or tree, especially when considered as a group.
Example sentence
The autumn foliage turned brilliant shades of red and orange.
Synonyms & related words
- leaves
- greenery
- vegetation
- leafage
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