underwood
2 synonyms for underwood, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Low shrubs, bushes, and small trees growing beneath the taller trees of a forest.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From under- plus wood.
Full origin of underwood →Frequently asked questions
What does “underwood” mean?
The word “underwood” means low shrubs, bushes, and small trees growing beneath the taller trees of a forest. In plain terms, the low-growing plants and small trees found under the canopy of a forest — essentially another word for undergrowth.
How do you pronounce “underwood”?
“Underwood” is pronounced UHN-duh-wuud (/ˈʌndə(ɹ)ˌwʊd/ in IPA).
How do you use “underwood” in a sentence?
Here is “underwood” used in a sentence: “The trail was overgrown with thick underwood.”
What part of speech is “underwood”?
“Underwood” is a noun.
Is “underwood” a common word?
“Underwood” is an uncommon word in modern English.
