Overstory Definition
ōvər-stôrē
noun
The highest layer of vegetation in a forest, usually forming the canopy.
American Heritage
The trees in a forest whose crowns constitute this layer.
American Heritage
The upper portion of a community of plants, above the understory.
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Other Word Forms of Overstory
Noun
Singular:
overstory
Plural:
overstoriesOrigin of Overstory
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over- +"Ž story
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