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vegetation

noun

ˌve-jə-ˈtā-shən

Definition of vegetation

as in foliage

green leaves or plants the local vegetation is flourishing as a result of the recent rains

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Recent Examples of vegetation Winds remain relatively light, generally 10–15 mph or less, but the combination of extreme heat, low humidity and dry vegetation means grass fires can still start easily. — Michael Autovino, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026 Wild pheasants use it all, and after late November they’ll be concentrated in the heavy cover because crop fields are gleaned and frost will have shriveled a lot of vegetation. — Ron Spomer, Outdoor Life, 19 Aug. 2026 The squeals from the little piggies about to eat lettuce and other vegetation often spark laughter, while others cuddle and comfort some of the guinea pigs. — ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026 This water mold wiped out native white-clawed crayfish and stripped lakebeds of underwater vegetation, according to Diario AS. — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vegetation

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Getting their attention isn't the only driving force behind the vivid foliage at COTALAND.

— Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Light filtered through the foliage, and soft gusts carried scents of olive trees, sage, and rosemary.

— Eric Klinenberg, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of foliage

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Meandering paths bring visitors through separate gardens planted with Hill Country and West Texas flora.

— The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026
Paintings passed down vital wisdom about flora and fauna while candidly documenting the full spectrum of human life—from group dances and hunts to intimacy, reproductive cycles, and rituals.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 Aug. 2026

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