Meaning of the word undergrowth in English

What does undergrowth mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

undergrowth

US /ˈʌn.dɚ.ɡroʊθ/
UK /ˈʌn.də.ɡrəʊθ/

Noun

a dense growth of shrubs and other plants, especially under trees in woodland

Example:
The hikers struggled through the thick undergrowth.
The forest floor was covered with a rich undergrowth of ferns and moss.