Definition

Describing plants or parts of plants that do not have a hard, woody structure, typically referring to softer, herbaceous types.

Example

The garden is filled with nonwoody plants that thrive in the summer heat.

Conversation

Have you seen the new plants I got for my garden?

Yeah, they look great! Are they nonwoody plants?

Yes, they are! I love how they add color without being too heavy.

That's awesome! They must be easy to maintain too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonwoody → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "woody" (from Old English "wudu", meaning wood). The word "nonwoody" describes plants that do not have a woody structure, indicating they are not made of wood.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') being used to describe plants that are 'not made of wood' ('woody').

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