Leaves
Meaning
A flattened structure of a higher plant, typically green and blade-like, that is attached to a stem directly or via a stalk. leaves are the main organs of photosynthesis and transpiration.
Pronunciation
UK liːvz
US liːvz
Example Sentences
- The cheesecake included ingredients such as buffalo ricotta, white truffle, and gold leaves.
- Noodles, few mint leaves, chopped vegetables, and lettuce are placed on thin wraps and then is rolled.
- This dish is flavored with Cinnamon, Tamarind sauce, and sugar, topped with roasted peanuts and bay leaves, [it's] made with coconut milk, potatoes, and chicken or tofu for vegetarians.
- Giraffes eat leaves from tall trees and sometimes fruit, which they can reach because of their long legs and long necks.
- When the female is close to giving birth, it leaves the group for a time to give birth to its offspring, and comes back 2-3 weeks after her baby is born.
- Seasons also play a role in the flavors of [kimchi] - refreshing cucumber [kimchi] is popular in spring and summer, while winter kimchis may contain radish and mustard leaves.
- It leaves a doughnut-shaped piece of dough and a doughnut hole from dough removed from the center.
- Elephants love to eat grass, fruits, and leaves.
- Giraffes have long necks to reach leaves in tall trees.
- Giraffes eat leaves, flowers, and fruits.
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