Main Entry: ¹woody

Pronunciation: \ˈwu̇-dē\

Function: adjective

Inflected Form(s): wood·i·er; wood·i·est

Date: 12th century

1 : abounding or overgrown with woods
2 a : of or containing wood or wood fibers : ligneous <woody tissues> b : having woody parts : rich in xylem and associated structures <woody plants>
3 : characteristic of or suggestive of wood <wine with a woody flavor>

— wood·i·ness noun