1
a
: the hard fibrous substance consisting basically of xylem that makes up the greater part of the stems, branches, and roots of trees or shrubs beneath the bark and is found to a limited extent in herbaceous plants
b
: wood suitable or prepared for some use (such as burning or building)
2
a
: a dense growth of trees usually greater in extent than a grove and smaller than a forest
—often used in plural but singular or plural in construction
b
: woodland
3
a
: something made of wood
b
: a golf club having a thick wooden head
also
: a golf club having a similar head made of metal
wooded; wooding; woods
: to gather or take on wood
: to cover with a growth of trees or plant with trees
archaic
: violently mad
Synonyms
Examples of wood in a Sentence
Noun
Some baseball bats are made out of wood.
The wood on the deck has begun to rot.
Their house is near a small wood.
A thick woods runs along the boundary of the estate.
The house is surrounded by woods.
He went for a hike in the woods.
She hit a wood off the tee.
Recent Examples on the Web
Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Apr. 2024
McAlpin, the chief investigator and highest-ranking deputy at the scene, struck Parker with a piece of wood, stole from the property and pressured the other officers to go with the false cover story, the indictment said.
—USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
There are seats for 40 at the restaurant — two-top and four-top tables, mostly — including the eight-seat bar lined with warm wood slats.
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 10 Apr. 2024
Riviera with old-school stripes and wood lacquered tables.
—Erin Florio, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Apr. 2024
No race in the world is quite like Barkley, which forces runners to navigate through woods and briars without the support of phones, GPS trackers or regular course markings.
—George Ramsay, CNN, 6 Apr. 2024
Barrel tastings are always tricky, especially this early in the wines’ evolution, as there is extremely limited integration between fruit and wood notes.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2024
Like with her other projects, Colter pulled inspiration from her surroundings: The main lodge and cabins were built with wood and native stone to blend in with the natural beauty of the area.
—The Arizona Republic, 30 Mar. 2024
In addition to new shades, late last year Drummond expanded the collection to include bookcases, coffee tables, ottomans, and more, blending her signature vintage style with natural wood and oak veneer.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2023
Classified as a Bureau Veritas Clean Ship, its decks are made from non-wood recyclable resin and its exhaust catalysts filter 99.8 percent of fine particles.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 28 Jan. 2022
Even some non-wood models advise against immersing in water or putting in the dishwasher, particularly ball-bearing pins.
—Washington Post, 1 Feb. 2021
The building boom could gain momentum as the summer goes on, said Jesse Singh, CEO of Azek, a company that makes decks, patios and other outdoor furnishings from non-wood composites.
—Paul R. La Monica, CNN, 16 June 2020
Noun
The trailer, which debuted in the theater today, showed Berry and her two fraternal twins living a gritty off-the-grid life in a remote house in the woods, seemingly after an apocalyptic event.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Apr. 2024
McAlpin, the chief investigator and highest-ranking deputy at the scene, struck Parker with a piece of wood, stole from the property and pressured the other officers to go with the false cover story, the indictment said.
—USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
There are seats for 40 at the restaurant — two-top and four-top tables, mostly — including the eight-seat bar lined with warm wood slats.
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 10 Apr. 2024
Riviera with old-school stripes and wood lacquered tables.
—Erin Florio, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Apr. 2024
No race in the world is quite like Barkley, which forces runners to navigate through woods and briars without the support of phones, GPS trackers or regular course markings.
—George Ramsay, CNN, 6 Apr. 2024
Barrel tastings are always tricky, especially this early in the wines’ evolution, as there is extremely limited integration between fruit and wood notes.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2024
Like with her other projects, Colter pulled inspiration from her surroundings: The main lodge and cabins were built with wood and native stone to blend in with the natural beauty of the area.
—The Arizona Republic, 30 Mar. 2024
In addition to new shades, late last year Drummond expanded the collection to include bookcases, coffee tables, ottomans, and more, blending her signature vintage style with natural wood and oak veneer.
—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
Adjective
The only downside of this top-tier furniture polish is that it can’t be used on non-wood items.
—Rachel Simon, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2023
Classified as a Bureau Veritas Clean Ship, its decks are made from non-wood recyclable resin and its exhaust catalysts filter 99.8 percent of fine particles.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 28 Jan. 2022
Even some non-wood models advise against immersing in water or putting in the dishwasher, particularly ball-bearing pins.
—Washington Post, 1 Feb. 2021
The building boom could gain momentum as the summer goes on, said Jesse Singh, CEO of Azek, a company that makes decks, patios and other outdoor furnishings from non-wood composites.
—Paul R. La Monica, CNN, 16 June 2020
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“Wood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wood. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.
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wood
1 of 2 noun1
: a dense growth of trees usually smaller than a forest
—often used in plural
a thick woods runs along the ridge
2
: a hard fibrous substance that is basically xylem and makes up the greater part of the stems, branches, and roots of trees or shrubs beneath the bark
also
: this material prepared for some use (as burning or building)
3
: something made of wood
especially
: a golf club having a wooden head
wood
2 of 2 adjective1
2
: suitable for cutting or working wood
wood chisels
3
or woods
: living, growing, or existing in woods
ˈwu̇dz
Biographical Definition
Wood
2 of 2biographical name (2)
Leonard 1860–1927 American physician and general
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