Synonyms of wood

wood

noun

ˈwu̇d 

1

as in lumber

tree logs as prepared for human use

a huge load of wood outside the furniture maker's factory

Synonyms & Similar Words

• lumber
• timber
• beam
• stake
• pile
• stick
• sill
• splint
• post
• firewood
• block
• brace
• billet
• stave
• cordwood
• ridgepole
• bar

2

as in forest

often woods plural a dense growth of trees and shrubs covering a large area

deer and mountain lions live in those woods

Synonyms & Similar Words

• forest
• woodland
• timber
• timberland
• forestland
• grove
• plantation
• arboretum
• brake
• coppice
• stand
• thicket
• brushwood
• copse
• chaparral
• woodlot
• scrubland
• greenwood
• wildwood
• covert

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of wood

Open seating hugs the light yellow and natural wood walls for walk-in customers. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026

In the clip, a person is seen slowly jogging through a town and in the woods, a field, and other natural settings. — Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 22 July 2026

The interiors, brought to life by architecture and design studio Ciguë, are a mélange of deep woods and ceramic tiles and the perfect backdrop for the hotel’s art, much of which celebrates Athenian artists. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 July 2026

When not enjoying the beautiful trappings and luxury amenities of the hotel, walk over to Stearns Wharf, the oldest working wood wharf in California, where views of the Santa Ynez Mountains meet the Pacific. — Rebecca R. Norris, USA Today, 22 July 2026

Phrases Containing wood

• wood nymph