forest
Translation
forest, woods, woodland
Examples
We went for a walk in the forest.
We went for a walk in the forest.
The area is covered by dense forest.
The area is covered by dense forest.
Grammar Patterns
in the forest inside a large area of trees We went for a walk in the forest.
covered by forest having forest on the surface The mountains are covered by forest.
Similar Words
Synonyms: woods, woodland, jungle
Etymology
From Old French 'forest', from Latin 'foris' (outside). It originally referred to land outside a park or enclosure.
Memory Tips
Picture a large area of trees. You can think of it as a place 'for rest'.