undergreen

/ˌʌndərˈɡriːn/

Definitions

1. noun

a plant with leaves that have a greenish tint on the underside

“The undergreen of the fern made its delicate appearance more striking.”

2. adjective

having a greenish tint, especially on the underside

“The undergreen leaves of the plant were a lovely addition to the garden.”

Synonyms

  • underleaf
  • underside

Antonyms

  • overgreen
  • overleaf