foliage

• Существительное, обозначающее листья растения, дерева или группы растений, часто рассматриваемые в совокупности.

A noun referring to the leaves of a plant, tree, or group of plants, often considered collectively.

неисчисляемое

1. Plant leavesB2formal

   The leaves of a plant or tree, especially when considered collectively.

   Листва

   • The autumn foliage turned brilliant shades of red and gold.
   • The dense foliage of the jungle blocked out the sunlight.
   • Gardeners prune the foliage to encourage new growth.

   Синонимыgreeneryleafageverdure

2. Decorative representationC1formal

   An ornamental design representing leaves, often used in architecture or art.

   Лиственный орнамент

   • The cathedral's columns were carved with intricate foliage patterns.
   • The wallpaper featured a delicate foliage motif.
   • Renaissance artists often included foliage in their decorative borders.

   Синонимыfoliationleafage