woodsy

adjective

ˈwu̇d-zē 

woodsier; woodsiest

: characteristic or suggestive of woods

the woodsy flavor of mushrooms

Examples of woodsy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The system includes a shampoo, conditioner, as well as styling products and treatments made for textured hair, and is boosted with a floral, fruity, woodsy scent. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026

The 18-holes offer a lot of variety, from the long, semi-open first hole and its water views to the tight, woodsy holes later along when your target golf skills come into play. — Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 9 July 2026

Just off the Little River, in the woodsy historic Sherwood Forest neighborhood, Northeast 85th Street splits in two around the mound, marked by a pair of signs. — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026

Tall, needled juniper plants (Juniperus) create a woodsy atmosphere around your fire pit. — Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 23 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1854, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

woodsy

adjective

ˈwu̇d-zē 

woodsier; woodsiest

: of, relating to, or suggestive of woods

a woodsy smell