wood

noun
UK: /wʊd/
US: /wʊd/

  1. The substance that forms the main part of a tree or shrub.

    1. We need wood to build a fire for the cold night ahead of us. [ ] [ ]
    2. The furniture was crafted from high-quality wood, ensuring durability and lasting beauty. [ ] [ ]

  2. An area of land covered with growing trees.

    1. Let's take a walk in the wood and enjoy nature. [ ] [ ]
    2. Exploring the wood, we discovered a hidden clearing filled with wildflowers and singing birds. [ ] [ ]

  3. Made of wood.

    1. This wood table is perfect for the dining room. [ ] [ ]
    2. The rustic charm of the wood cabin made it the perfect escape from city life. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

forest timber lumber
wood verb

  1. To collect wood for fuel or building.

    1. He has to wood every week for the winter. [ ] [ ]
    2. The villagers wooded carefully, ensuring sustainable use of the forest's resources for future generations. [ ] [ ]
wood adjective

  1. Relating to wood; made of wood.

    1. A wood floor can add warmth to any room. [ ] [ ]
    2. The wood carvings showcased the artist's skill and dedication to preserving traditional crafts. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "wood" in English means: The substance that forms the main part of a tree or shrub., An area of land covered with growing trees., Made of wood..

The phonetic transcription of "wood" is /wʊd/ in British English and /wʊd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "wood": forest, timber, lumber.

Example usage of "wood": "We need wood to build a fire for the cold night ahead of us.". More examples on the page.