underbrush

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈʌndərbrʌʃ/

Definition

Shrubs, bushes, and small trees growing beneath the taller trees in a forest or woodland.

Examples

• The dense underbrush made it difficult to walk off the marked trail.

• Forest rangers often clear away dry underbrush to prevent the spread of wildfires.

• Small animals frequently hide in the thick underbrush for protection from predators.

Synonyms of underbrush

Words with a similar meaning to underbrush:

• scrub
• undergrowth
• bramble
• understory

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