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Meaning of woods
A large area of land covered with trees and undergrowth.
Etymology of woods
The word "woods" has Old English and Germanic roots, derived from the word "wudu", which referred to a tree or a wood.
The term has been used in English since the 9th century to describe areas of land covered with trees and undergrowth.
Over time, the word has evolved to encompass various meanings related to forests, trees, and woodland management.
Synonyms
forest
jungle
woodland
timberland
wildwood
thicket
grove
copse
brush
brushwood
underbrush
underwood
trees
foliage
vegetation
flora
landscape
countryside
wilderness
nature
habitat
ecosystem
biome
terrain
land
grounds
park
reserve
sanctuary
glade
clearing
woodsland
timber
treeland
bush
bushes
shrubbery
shrubs
Definitions
- A large area of land covered with trees and undergrowth, smaller than a forest.
- An area of land managed for the production of timber or other forest products.
- A particular type of tree or trees, especially when considered as a source of timber.
Usage Examples
- The hikers got lost in the woods and had to spend the night under the stars.
- The woods behind our house are home to a variety of wildlife, including deer and birds.
- The company owns a large area of woods that they harvest for timber.
Antonyms
desert
wasteland
barren land
open field
meadow
prairie
savannah
grassland
tundra
steppe
plain
city
town
urban area
metropolis
concrete jungle
built-up area
development
suburb
exurb
countryside without trees