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.

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