Word: Forest

Pronunciation

/ˈfɔːrɪst/

Definitions

• Noun: A large area of land covered with trees and undergrowth, typically having a diverse range of plant and animal life. For example: “The hiker got lost in the dense forest.”
• Verb (archaic): To cover an area with trees; to afforest. For example: “The king ordered that the land be forested with oak trees.”

Phrases

• “In the heart of the forest”: Refers to being deep within a large wooded area.
• “Forest fire”: An uncontrolled fire that occurs in a forested area.
• “Old-growth forest”: A forest that has developed over a long period without significant disturbance, often featuring ancient and mature trees.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “A vast array of wildlife thrives in the temperate rainforest.”
• “Verb (archaic)”: “The countess endeavored to forest her estate with a variety of native species.”

Synonyms

• Woods
• Jungle
• Woodland
• Wilderness
• Grove
• Thicket
• Timberland
• Arboretum (for a cultivated forest)
• Savannah (for a grassy woodland)

Note: As ‘forest’ as a verb is archaic and not commonly used in modern English, no contemporary example sentence was provided for this usage. However, it’s still recognized in historical texts and contexts.