wood
Pronunciation:
/wʊd//wʊd/noun
Definitions
The substance making up the central part of the trunk and branches of a tree. Used as a material for construction, to manufacture various items, etc. or as fuel.
Example: There was lots of wood on the beach.
The wood of a particular species of tree.
Example: Teak is much used for outdoor benches, but a number of other woods are also suitable, such as ipé, redwood, etc.
A forested or wooded area.
Example: He got lost in the woods beyond Seattle.
Firewood.
Example: We need more wood for the fire.
verb
Definitions
To cover or plant with trees.
To hide behind trees.
To supply with wood, or get supplies of wood for.
Example: to wood a steamboat or a locomotive
To take or get a supply of wood.