greenery

noun

green·​ery ˈgrē-nə-rē How to pronounce greenery (audio)
ˈgrēn-rē
plural greeneries
1
: green foliage or plants
2

Examples of greenery in a Sentence

The restaurant was adorned with greenery. the lush greenery of the islands
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The original owners hired Bahamian architect Anthony Jervis to give the home its British Colonial features, which are shaded by lush greenery that’s grown for 25 years. Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025 The burst of color from the roses, flowers and greenery perfectly complemented the vibrant and textural creations. Anika Reed, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025 Terraces filled with lush greenery and overhanging plantings evoke a sense of living within the landscape, almost like treehouses in the sky. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2025 In the first set of images, Hudgens stands at the top of a cascading staircase, overlooking lush greenery and ocean views, wearing a flowing pink and green dress and holding her baby bump. Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for greenery

Word History

First Known Use

1797, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of greenery was in 1797

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“Greenery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/greenery. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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greenery

noun
green·​ery ˈgrēn-(ə-)rē How to pronounce greenery (audio)
plural greeneries
: green leaves or plants : verdure

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