woods (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /wʊdz/

Definition

A large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth.

Examples

• We went for a walk in the woods behind our house.

• The cabin was deep in the woods, far from any roads.

• During autumn, the woods are a beautiful display of red and gold leaves.

How to Use woods

in the woods (prepositional phrase)

Located within a wooded area. — "The children played in the woods."

woods of (prepositional phrase)

Belonging to or associated with a specific wooded area. — "The ancient woods of the Black Forest are famous."

Synonyms of woods

Words with a similar meaning to woods:

• forest
• thicket
• jungle
• copse

Antonyms of woods

Words with the opposite meaning to woods:

• clearing
• field
• desert

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