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plural ivies
1
: a widely cultivated ornamental climbing or prostrate or sometimes shrubby chiefly Eurasian vine (Hedera helix) of the ginseng family with evergreen leaves, small yellowish flowers, and black berries
2
: any of several climbing plants (such as Virginia creeper) resembling ivy
especially
: poison ivy
3
often capitalized
: an Ivy League college
1
: academic
2
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Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
On top of that, English ivy is considered invasive in many locales.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2025
Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, 21 June 2017
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Noun
Roses, orange trees, ivy and magnolia bushes are the framework for soft and peaceful pools and fountains.
—Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025
On top of that, English ivy is considered invasive in many locales.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
The actress, who's known for being something of an amateur equestrian, appears to be bending over to give her horse Ivy water through a tiny straw.
—Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, 21 June 2017
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“Ivy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ivy. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.
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