bushiness

[ boosh-ee-nis ]

noun

1. a bushy state or form.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bushiness¹

First recorded in 1720–30; bushy + -ness

Example Sentences

That Goldman is still holding on to parts of the portfolio suggests the bank has not been able to get out of the consumer bushiness quickly.

From New York Times

Authorities will postpone social security payments, including pension insurance premium payments, by small firms, individual bushiness and some severely distressed sectors to the end of this year, the cabinet said.

From Reuters

A native aster that I cut back in May — and again in June — for late-season bushiness grew lanky anyway, then was pummeled by a swarm of tiny insect pests I can’t identify.

From Washington Post

As they grow through the season, stems can be trimmed lightly or cut back harder as needed to promote bushiness.

From Washington Post

I was marveling at the tree’s bountiful bushiness when I spotted a couple walking into the lot, and they were heading right for the two trees I’d already scoped out at the front of the lot.

From Washington Post