Definition

Describing an area that is full of thick plants or vegetation, usually larger than grass but smaller than trees.

Example

The brushy area near the river is home to many small animals.

Conversation

I love hiking in areas that are brushy and full of life.

Yeah, it makes the trails feel more adventurous.

Exactly! I enjoy the sounds of nature in those brushy spots.

Me too! It's like being in a different world.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Brushy → It is formed from "brush" (from Middle English "brushe", meaning a tool for cleaning or grooming) and "-y" (a suffix used to form adjectives indicating a characteristic). The word "brushy" describes an area that is characterized by the presence of brushes or dense vegetation.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'brush' as a tool for grooming or cleaning, and the '-y' means having the quality of. So, brushy refers to something that has the quality of being full of brushes or dense vegetation.

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