Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

jungle

noun
/ˈdʒʌŋɡl/
Definition
A jungle is a dense, tropical forest that is typically filled with a variety of plants and wildlife.
Examples
  • The Amazon rainforest is one of the largest jungles in the world.
  • She felt lost in the jungle of unfamiliar streets.
  • The explorers trekked deep into the jungle to observe the wildlife.
Meaning
Jungle refers to a wild, often chaotic environment where vegetation is thick and wildlife thrives, commonly found in tropical regions.
Synonyms
  • forest
  • rainforest
  • thicket
  • woodland