leafy

[ lee-fee ]

adjective

, leaf·i·er, leaf·i·est.

1. having, abounding in, or covered with leaves or foliage:

   the leafy woods.

2. having broad leaves or consisting mainly of leaves:

   leafy vegetables.

3. leaflike; foliaceous.

leafy

/ ˈliːfɪ /

adjective

1. covered with or having leaves
2. resembling a leaf or leaves

Derived Forms

• ˈleafiness, noun

Other Words From

• leafi·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of leafy¹

First recorded in 1545–55; leaf + -y ¹

Example Sentences

He was tall and brawny, with leafy brown hair.

From Salon

These handy, reusable linen bags are designed to keep veggies and leafy greens crisp for longer and to prevent them from dissolving into brownish-green smears of goo in a plastic bag.

From Los Angeles Times

During my search, I would settle into my car in lieu of leafy shade, feeling my sweat-drenched T-shirt instantly cool in the air conditioning, and try to contemplate where I would search for Private Walker next.

From Slate

Rob says it’s not just the leafy surroundings that cause the problems – it’s also the terrain.

From BBC

But it really struck a nerve in the peaceful, leafy suburb of Pikesville, which has large black and Jewish communities, and in the nearby city of Baltimore, Maryland.

From BBC

Related Words

• shaded
• shady
• verdant
• wooded