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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 Aldabra’s landscape consists of sharp coral and thick, tangled vegetation. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026 Property owners should consider whether grading, vegetation, drainage features, or other site conditions are contributing to a recurring accumulation of water. — Christyne D. Santisteban, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026 Property records showed that the LA Building and Safety Department cited the homeowner in 2014 for violations, including garbage on the property, excessive vegetation, open storage, and no driveway access. — CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026 In the park, the designers combined four species of flowers with broken pieces of local pottery to form a polychromatic mosaic that weaves together vegetation and craft. — Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vegetation

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What readers are saying The comments on the article express a mix of opinions and suggestions regarding scenic train trips for viewing fall foliage.

— Hannah Sampson, Washington Post, 11 Oct. 2026
To state the obvious, the foliage this time of year is downright show-stopping.

— Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of foliage

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The exhibit will also highlight how the jeweler has taken inspiration from the natural world, including humble flora and fauna like dandelions and flies.

— Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026
Inky skies and tall, wan grasses color a world where the outsides match the insides of people, emotional weather syncopated to the actual climate and flora.

— Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 13 Oct. 2026

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