Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brushwood
noun
/ˈbrʌʃwʊd/
Definition
Small, twigs, branches, or shrubs that have been cut or fallen, typically found in forests or wooded areas.
Examples
- The campers gathered brushwood to start a fire.
- The deer wandered through the brushwood, looking for food.
- They used brushwood to create a makeshift fence around the garden.
Meaning
Brushwood refers to a collection of small, bushy plants or twigs that can be used for various purposes, including kindling for fires or as natural barriers in landscaping.
Synonyms
- Thicket
- Underbrush
- Scrub
- Brambles
- Jungle
