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Definition of leafy

leafy

/ˈliː.fi/
leaf · y
Adverb:leafily
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1

Having many leaves or abundant foliage.

Example

"We rested beneath the cool shade of a large, leafy oak tree."

2

Characterized by an abundance of trees, shrubs, and greenery, especially in reference to a pleasant residential area or suburb.

Example

"The family moved from the busy city center to a quiet, leafy neighborhood."

3

Consisting primarily of edible plant leaves, such as spinach, kale, or lettuce.

Example

"Nutritionists recommend eating a variety of dark, leafy greens every day."

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• Rhymes for leafy

• Nearby Words

leaflet
leaflike
leaftosser
leafy
league
leaguer
leak

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English lefy, formed from the Old English noun leaf ('leaf, foliage') plus the adjectival suffix -y.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Leafy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/leafy
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