Meaning & Definition of word "Forest"
Forest
/ˈfɔːrɪst/
noun:
- 1. A large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth.
- Example: The forest is a vital habitat for many species of wildlife.
- 2. A thick growth of trees and underbrush.
- Example: We hiked through the dense forest, surrounded by towering trees.
- 3. A large expanses of trees in a particular region.
- Example: The Amazon Rainforest is known for its biodiversity.
- 4. A specific area of land designated for forest management.
- Example: The timber company owns a vast forest in the northern part of the state.
Etymology
●Middle English, from Old French 'forest', from Latin 'foresta', meaning a place outside or a wood.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lost in the forest:
Being confused or unable to find one’s way.
forest of trees:
A specific area densely populated with trees.
clear-cut forest:
An area where trees have been removed permanently.
Related Words
tree:
A perennial plant with a trunk and branches.
bark:
The outer covering of the trunk, branches, and twigs of a tree.
canopy:
The upper layer of trees in a forest.
Slang Meanings of forest
Meaning: The hood (referring to an area known for trees or nature).
● Example Sentence: We're going to the forest this weekend for some fresh air.
Meaning: A place to chill or relax in nature.
● Example Sentence: Let’s take a break and chill in the forest.