Wood

Definition

Wood refers to the hard, fibrous material that makes up the trunk and branches of trees and shrubs. It is commonly used for construction, fuel, and crafting. It can also refer to a forest or wooded area.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /wʊd/
• Respelling: WUUD

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /wʊd/
• Respelling: WUUD

Etymology

The word "wood" originates from Old English "wudu" or "widu," meaning "forest" or "timber," derived from Proto-Germanic "widuz" and Proto-Indo-European "widhu-," meaning "tree" or "forest." Its use has evolved to describe both the material and areas of trees.

Derivatives

• Wooden (adjective)
• Woodland (noun)
• Woodworker (noun)
• Woodgrain (noun)
• Woodcut (noun)

Synonyms

• Timber
• Lumber
• Forest

Antonyms

• Metal
• Plastic
• Concrete

Usage

The noun "wood" is often used to refer to the material from trees, as in "The table is made of wood." It can also refer to a forested area, for example, "They went for a walk in the wood."

Related Terms

• Tree: A perennial plant with a woody trunk.
• Carpentry: The craft of working with wood.
• Forest: A large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The hard, fibrous material of trees and shrubs: Refers to the primary substance of a tree’s trunk and branches, used for various purposes.
  • Example: "The fire was fueled with dry wood."
• A forest or wooded area: Refers to a collection of trees growing in a specific area.
  • Example: "They explored the dense wood near the village."
• Material used in crafting or construction: Describes timber or lumber processed for use.
  • Example: "The carpenter used fine wood to make the furniture."