Virginia Creeper (Noun)
Meaning
Common North American vine with compound leaves and bluish-black berrylike fruit.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Virginia creeper vine grew rapidly up the side of the old brick house, its compound leaves a vibrant green in the summer months.
- In the fall, the Virginia creeper turned a brilliant shade of red, adding a pop of color to the otherwise dull landscape.
- The bluish-black berrylike fruit of the Virginia creeper was a favorite snack of the local bird population.
- As the Virginia creeper climbed higher up the tree, it began to form a dense canopy that filtered the sunlight.
- The homeowner carefully pruned the Virginia creeper to keep it from overtaking the other plants in the garden.