greenery

noun

green·​ery ˈgrē-nə-rē How to pronounce greenery (audio)
ˈgrēn-rē
plural greeneries
Synonyms of greenerynext
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 makeover, part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, emerged with pale stone, blond wood and enough greenery to to make even the indoors feel lush. David Hochman, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 The clip ended with Meghan, holding a drink in her hand, standing in front of a doorway surrounded by flowers and greenery. Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 25 June 2026 For quieter moments, the bedrooms offer a calmer counterpoint, including one rendered in soothing blue tones with views over the lush greenery surrounding the home. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 25 June 2026 One Russian commander posted on Telegram on Tuesday that his forces were able to advance by using the cover of summer greenery. Daria Tarasova-Markina, CNN Money, 24 June 2026 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 29 Jun. 2026.

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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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