leafy
UK: ˈliːfi | US: ˈliːfi
adj. covered with or resembling leaves; having abundant foliage
adj. consisting of or characterized by leaves (e.g., leafy vegetables)
leafy = leaf<leaf> + y<adjective suffix>
- leaf: From Old English lēaf, meaning "leaf of a plant," derived from Proto-Germanic laubaz.
- y: A productive English suffix forming adjectives, indicating "characterized by" or "full of."
Etymology Origin:
The word leafy combines the core concept of leaf (a plant structure) with the adjectival suffix -y, creating a term that vividly describes something abundant in or resembling leaves. Its straightforward construction reflects the Germanic roots of English, where suffixes are often added to nouns to form descriptive adjectives.
The path wound through a leafy forest, dappled with sunlight.
Spinach and kale are popular leafy greens in salads.
The neighborhood is known for its shady, leafy streets.
She decorated the table with leafy branches for a natural look.
The garden was lush and leafy after the spring rains.