Ivy (noun)

1. A woody evergreen climbing or ground-creeping plant that is typically used to cover walls and other surfaces.
2. The plant of the genus Hedera, which typically has glossy green leaves and small black berries.

Origin:

Old english īfig, of germanic origin; related to dutch eiloof and german efeu.

Examples:

1. The ivy covered the wall of the old building.
2. The ivy grew up the side of the house.
3. The ivy was used to decorate the wedding arch.
4. The ivy was planted to provide shade for the patio.
5. The ivy was removed from the building because it was causing damage to the brickwork.