noun
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Etymology
Origin of greenery
Example Sentences
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The lush greenery in the leafy inner courtyard will be replaced with plants more closely related to those of the late Pleistocene, such as cypress and toyon.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
The creatures faced a prophetic choice: munch on the grass on the side marked with a Mexican flag, or opt for the greenery on the opposing South African side.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
There's greenery in abundance with hedges and trees and play areas.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
It sprawls across 10,010 square feet and is the epitome of luxury thanks to its lush greenery, which makes it the perfect place for a star to seek privacy.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026
There was sunlight, but not filtered through greenery.
From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks
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