green up
Speech parts
1. green up - Noun
2. green up - Verb
Meaning
Of vegetation, to put forth new growth.
Of an landscape, region, etc., to become green as a result of seasonal vegetation growth.
green-up (countable and uncountable, plural green-ups)
New growth of vegetation, especially in response to seasonal weather changes.
Alternative names
green-up
Synonyms
Examples
Once some lakes begin to "green-up," it will help cut down the amount of sunlight penetrating into the water and allows fish to feed more effectively during the day.
With more favorable fuel conditions occurring as Michigan moves toward the green-up of vegetation where plants and trees are leafing out and filled with sap, fire potential can now be regulated based on local fire danger ratings.