greening

American  

[gree-ning] / ˈgri nɪŋ /

noun

1. any variety of apple whose skin is green when ripe.

2. the return or revival of youthful characteristics.

   the greening of America.

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greening British  

/ ˈɡriːnɪŋ /

noun

1. the process of making or becoming more aware of environmental considerations

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Etymology

Origin of greening

First recorded in 1590–1600; green + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

So experts said countries across the region should further insulate energy systems against more frequent disruptive weather events by diversifying and greening their grids.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Her priorities have included early education expansion, school greening improvements, literacy through phonics training, protecting immigrant students and focusing more budget resources on the highest-need schools.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

There was citrus canker, a viral infection that had plagued citrus for years prior to the arrival of greening.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

However the pumpkins got there, it was an uplifting sight, as was the greening of the mountains and foothills just up the way.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

Cotton grew in the field that bounded the railroad tracks and the air was laden with the opulent smells of greening crops and leafy forests.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy