Definition

A type of dense growth made up of small branches and twigs, often found in wooded areas.

Example

The deer hid in the brushwood to avoid being seen.

Conversation

Have you seen the area behind my house?

Yeah, it’s really overgrown with brushwood and other plants.

I was thinking of clearing some of that brushwood out this weekend.

That sounds like a good plan; it could really open up the space.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Brushwood → The word is formed from "brush" (from Old English "brysc", meaning a thicket or undergrowth) and "wood" (from Old English "wudu", meaning forest or tree). Brushwood refers to a collection of small branches and twigs, typically found in a wooded area.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'thicket' ('brush') made up of 'trees' ('wood') — that's what brushwood is, a collection of small branches and twigs in a wooded area.

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