forest

/fˈɒɹɪst/

/ˈfɔɹəst/, /ˈfɔɹɪst/

Forest

a vast area of land that is covered with trees and shrubs

synonyms : timber

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

synonyms : wood

to forest

MAIN VERB

establish a forest on previously unforested land

synonyms : afforest

Examples

1. The forest is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species.

2. The forest looked mysterious on the foggy night.

3. The forest area is a habitat for many wildlife species.

4. The forest provided us with shade on a hot summer day.