understory

Example Sentences

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Water trickled through the canopy of old-growth trees, then the understory, forest duff, soil and rocks, before hitting the water table.

From Seattle Times

But they acknowledged the stand was beginning to develop some characteristics of mature forest — larger overstory and shade-tolerant understory.

From Seattle Times

To her, the lush, multilayered understory is proof of a thriving community, where a variety of species ensures that every wavelength of light is put to good use.

From Washington Post

That understory is the most interesting part — and talking about it is the only way to escape our state of perpetual misery.

From Washington Post

Sunlight would reach deeper into the water, and a more robust algae understory would form and serve as an alternative feeding option for sea urchins.

From New York Times