: covered with growing trees

wooded

2 of 2

past tense and past participle of wood entry 3

Examples of wooded in a Sentence

Adjective These sorts of birds live in more wooded areas.
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Adjective
Pet owners may find tick removal kits particularly valuable since dogs and cats can pick up ticks while exploring backyards, parks, and wooded areas. Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 16 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1586, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of wooded was in 1586

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“Wooded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wooded. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

Kids Definition

wooded

adjective
: covered with trees
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