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English

woods

|woods|

A2

/wʊdz/

(wood)

tree material

Base FormPlural
woodwoods
Etymology
Etymology Information

'woods' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'wudu,' where 'wudu' meant 'forest or grove.'

Historical Evolution

'wudu' changed from Old English word 'wudu' and eventually became the modern English word 'woods'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'forest or grove,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a dense growth of trees and underbrush covering a relatively small or large area.

We went for a walk in the woods.

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Noun 2

a collection of trees forming a forest or grove.

The woods are home to many species of birds.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42