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The correct spelling is woods.
How to pronounce woods
/wʊdz/
nounIPA: /wʊdz/
Say it like: Woo-ds
The correct spelling is woods. 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. For example: "There was lots of wood on the beach."
Usage Examples
“There was lots of wood on the beach.”
“Teak is much used for outdoor benches, but a number of other woods are also suitable, such as ipé, redwood, etc.”
“He got lost in the woods beyond Seattle.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.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.
- 2.The wood of a particular species of tree.
- 3.A forested or wooded area.
- 4.Firewood.
- 5.A type of golf club, the head of which was traditionally made of wood.
verb
- 1.To cover or plant with trees.
- 2.To hide behind trees.
- 3.To supply with wood, or get supplies of wood for.
- 4.To take or get a supply of wood.
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