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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Don’t worry about grooming your greenery to perfection; a more natural look is trending this year. Kelley Bruss, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026 Mixing personal items and greenery can add personality and life to your space. Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 26 Feb. 2026 From the outside, the entry is lined with greenery and reads more like a private residence than a traditional boutique hotel, lending the space a softer, house-like aesthetic from the start. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026 Sunlight filters through an abundance of greenery to illuminate the Tudor-style main home’s entrance courtyard, where a water fountain greets owners and guests. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Feb. 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 2 Mar. 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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