Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
driftwood
noun
/ˈdrɪftˌwʊd/
Definition
Wood that has drifted onto a shore or beach, usually after being carried by water.
Examples
- The artist used driftwood to create a stunning sculpture.
- After the storm, the beach was covered in driftwood.
- We found interesting pieces of driftwood along the riverbank.
Meaning
Driftwood is typically tree trunks or branches that have been washed ashore by the sea or have floated down rivers.
Synonyms
- washup
- flotsam
- debris
