The leaves of plants and trees, especially when seen together as a mass of green color.
From Old French 'foilage,' derived from Latin 'folium' (leaf). The meaning has stayed consistent since the 13th century—it describes leaves collectively.
Trees produce a spectacular light show in fall because leaves are actively killing themselves to survive winter—the bright colors are actually hidden nutrients being reabsorbed, not a sign of health.
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