Definition

Having a shape or appearance similar to that of a shrub, often used to describe plants or objects that are bushy or dense.

Example

The garden was filled with shrublike plants that added a lush feel to the landscape.

Conversation

Have you seen that new plant at the store?

Yeah, it looks really shrublike and full of life!

I think it would fit perfectly in my garden.

Definitely! It would add a nice touch to the landscape.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shrublike → It is formed from "shrub" (from Old English *scryf*, meaning a bush or small tree) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "shrublike" means resembling or similar to a shrub.

Memory Tip

Think of a small bush ('shrub') and how something that is 'shrublike' looks similar to it.

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