Definition

The collective leaves of a plant or tree, often used to describe the green parts that grow from the branches.

Example

In autumn, the leafage turns vibrant shades of red and orange.

Conversation

The park looks amazing with all the colorful leafage this season.

I know, right? It feels like we're walking through a painting.

I love how the leafage changes the whole atmosphere.

Absolutely! It makes me want to take so many pictures.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Leafage → It is formed from "leaf" (from Old English "leáf", meaning the foliage of a plant) and "-age" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a collection or state). The word "leafage" refers to a collection or state of leaves on a plant or tree.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'leaf' representing the foliage of a plant, and the '-age' suffix indicating a collection, which helps you remember that 'leafage' refers to the collection of leaves.

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