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Topic: Plants

underbrush

IPA: /ˈʌndərˌbrʌʃ/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌbrʌʃ/

noun

Definition: A layer of small plants, shrubs, or trees that grow under larger trees in a forest, often creating a dense area that can be difficult to walk through.

Example: The deer hid in the underbrush to avoid being seen.

undergrowth

IPA: /ˈʌndəɡrəʊθ/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌɡroʊθ/

noun

Definition: Low-growing plants and small trees that grow under larger trees in a forest.

Example: The deer moved quietly through the thick undergrowth, searching for food.

underplant

IPA: /ˈʌndərˌplænt/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌplænt/

noun

Definition: A type of plant that is grown beneath other plants, often to provide ground cover or support for the upper plants.

Example: The gardener decided to underplant with ferns to create a lush, green base for the taller flowers.

transitive verb

Definition: To plant something beneath another plant or structure, often to provide support or enhance growth.

Example: Gardeners often underplant flowers to create a fuller look in their gardens.

underplanting

IPA: /ˈʌndərˌplæntɪŋ/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌplæntɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A method of planting smaller plants beneath larger ones in a garden or landscape to enhance beauty and provide ground cover.

Example: The gardener used underplanting to create a lush, layered effect in the flower bed.

verb

Definition: To plant smaller plants beneath larger ones, often to enhance the appearance of a garden or landscape.

Example: The gardener decided to underplant the roses with lavender for added color and fragrance.

undershrub

IPA: /ˈʌndərʃrʌb/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌʃrʌb/

noun

Definition: A type of small bush that grows close to the ground.

Example: The garden was filled with colorful flowers and low undershrubs.

undersow

IPA: /ˈʌndərˌsoʊ/

KK: /ˈʌndərˌsoʊ/

verb

Definition: To plant a second crop in the same area after the first crop has grown, allowing both crops to grow together.

Example: Farmers often undersow legumes to improve soil health while the main crop is still growing.

ungerminated

IPA: /ʌnˈɡɜːrmɪneɪtɪd/

KK: /ʌnˈɡɜrmɪˌneɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing seeds or plants that have not yet started to grow or sprout.

Example: The ungerminated seeds were stored in a cool, dry place until spring.

unifoliate

IPA: /ˌjuːnɪˈfoʊliˌeɪt/

KK: /juˈnɪfəliˌeɪt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a plant or part of a plant that has only one leaf.

Example: The unifoliate plant stood out in the garden with its single, prominent leaf.

unifoliolate

IPA: /ˌjuːnɪˈfoʊliəˌleɪt/

KK: /juˈnɪfəliˌoʊlɪt/

adjective

Definition: Having a single leaflet, even though it is part of a compound leaf structure.

Example: The unifoliolate leaves of the plant are easy to identify due to their unique shape.

unlobed

IPA: /ʌnˈloʊbd/

KK: /ʌnˈloʊbd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that does not have lobes or divisions, often used in reference to leaves or other plant parts.

Example: The unlobed leaves of the plant are smooth and oval-shaped.

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