Wood

Wood

British term for woodland (Americans often use ‘woods’ plural or ‘forest’).

Etymology & History

British forest or bowling ball. British dual landscape and sport meaning. British woodland countryside. Crown woods British. Bowls wood British. Reflects British forestry and sport vocabulary.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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