Foliage

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Foliage

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun

Pronunciation

FOH-lee-ij  /ˈfəʊlɪɪdʒ/

Definition

The leaves of a plant collectively; plant leaves as a decorative element.

Plain meaning

Foliage is the leaves of a plant — the collective mass of green leaves on a tree, hedge, or garden.

Register

Neutral to slightly elevated. Standard in horticultural, photographic, and artistic contexts. Not particularly informal or formal.