vegetation

word

Definition

Vegetation refers to all the plants, trees, and other plant life in a particular area. It can describe the general plant coverage of a place or region.

Usage & Nuances

'Vegetation' is usually used in scientific, academic, or technical contexts. Common with phrases like 'dense vegetation,' 'tropical vegetation,' or 'destroyed vegetation.' It does not mean fruits or vegetables. Rarely used in everyday casual talk.

Example Sentences

Vegetation covers most of the valley.

basic

Desert areas have little vegetation.

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The rainforest has thick vegetation.

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We had trouble hiking because the vegetation was so overgrown.

natural

After the fire, all the vegetation in the area was gone.

natural

Scientists study how different vegetation affects climate.

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