Definitions
n. A woody plant with several branches growing near the ground.
灌木；灌木丛
n. Wild, uncultivated land, especially in Australia or Africa.
荒野；丛林地带
Example
A small bird was hiding in the rose bush.
一只小鸟躲在玫瑰丛里。
Planting native bushes in urban gardens can provide shelter and food for local wildlife.
在城市花园中种植本地灌木，可以为当地野生动物提供庇护和食物。
Collocations
- rose bush
- dense bushes
- in the bush
Word family
- bushy (adj.)
Synonyms
- shrub
Usage tip
灌木是可数名词；the bush可指澳洲等地的荒野。
FAQ
- What does bush mean?
- A woody plant with several branches growing near the ground. Wild, uncultivated land, especially in Australia or Africa.
- How is bush pronounced?
- UK /bʊʃ/, US /bʊʃ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
