English · Nature & Environment
lush
/lʌʃ/
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green and thriving
Advancedadjective
Definition
Describing plants that grow thickly and look healthy and green.
Example
After the rains, the hillsides turned lush and green, covered with thick soft grass.
After the rains, the hillsides turned lush and green, covered with thick soft grass.
Etymology
Possibly from Middle English 'lusch', soft or tender, of uncertain origin.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for vegetation and figuratively for richness.