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Topic: Nature

leadplant

IPA: //ˈlɛdˌplænt//

KK: /lɛdplænt/

noun

Definition: A type of shrub found in North America, known for its compound leaves and small flowers, often used for soil stabilization and as a habitat for wildlife.

Example: The leadplant is often seen growing in dry, sandy areas where it helps prevent soil erosion.

leadwort

IPA: /ˈlɛdˌwɜːrt/

KK: /ˈlɛdˌwɜrt/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that belongs to the genus Plumbago, known for its clusters of colorful flowers and often found in tropical regions.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful leadworts, showcasing their vibrant blue and white flowers.

leady

IPA: /ˈlɛdi/

KK: /ˈlɛdi/

adjective

Definition: Having qualities or characteristics similar to lead, often in terms of weight or density.

Example: The leady material was too heavy to carry easily.

leaf

IPA: /liːf/

KK: /lif/

intransitive verb

Definition: To produce new leaves or foliage, or to turn pages in a book or catalog.

Example: In spring, the trees begin to leaf and fill the landscape with green.

noun

Definition: A green, flat part of a plant that grows from a stem and is important for making food through sunlight.

Example: In spring, the trees begin to grow new leaves.

transitive verb

Definition: To turn the pages of a book or similar item.

Example: She leafed through the magazine looking for interesting articles.

leafage

IPA: /ˈliːfɪdʒ/

KK: /ˈliːfɪdʒ/

noun

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.

leafed

IPA: /liːft/

KK: /lifd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has leaves or is characterized by leaves, often used with other words to specify details about the leaves.

Example: The leafed branches swayed gently in the breeze.

verb

Definition: To turn the pages of a book or magazine quickly, or to look through something in a casual way.

Example: She leafed through the magazine while waiting for her appointment.

leafhopper

IPA: /ˈliːfˌhɒpər/

KK: /ˈliːfˌhɒpər/

noun

Definition: A small insect that belongs to the family Cicadellidae, known for jumping and sucking the juices from plants, which can sometimes harm crops.

Example: The farmer noticed a leafhopper on the leaves of his tomato plants, which could damage the crop.

leafier

IPA: /ˈliːfiər/

KK: /ˈliːfiər/

adjective

Definition: Having more leaves or being more full of leaves than something else.

Example: The garden looks leafier in the spring when all the plants are blooming.

leafiest

IPA: /ˈliːfiəst/

KK: /ˈliːfɪəst/

adjective

Definition: Having the most leaves or being the most covered with leaves.

Example: The leafiest tree in the park provides the best shade on hot days.

leafless

IPA: /ˈliːfləs/

KK: /ˈlifləs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a plant or tree that does not have any leaves.

Example: In winter, many trees become leafless as they shed their leaves.

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