foliage
Translation
leaves, leafage, greenery
Examples
The autumn foliage was beautiful.
The autumn foliage was beautiful.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) the leaves of a plant or tree The dense foliage provides shade.
Similar Words
Synonyms: leaves, greenery, vegetation
Etymology
From Latin 'folium' (leaf), via Old French 'feuillage'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'folio', a sheet of paper like a leaf. 'Foliage' refers to all the leaves on a plant or tree collectively.