underwood

[ˈʌndərwʊd]

underwood Definition

• 1. vegetation, especially trees and shrubs, that grow beneath the canopy of a forest or woodland
• 2. a dense growth of shrubs and other plants, especially under trees in woodland

Using underwood: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "underwood" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The underwood is so thick that it's hard to walk through the forest.

• Example

  The underwood provides shelter for small animals and birds.

• Example

  The hunters had to crawl through the underwood to get to their prey.

underwood Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for underwood

• underbrush
• undergrowth
• brush
• thicket
• copse

Phrases with underwood

• in the underwood

  hidden or concealed among the shrubs and trees of a forest or woodland

  Example

  The lost hiker was found in the underwood by the search party.

• clear the underwood

  to remove the shrubs and other vegetation from an area of woodland

  Example

  The park rangers are planning to clear the underwood to reduce the risk of wildfires.

• underwood effect

  an audio effect used in recording studios to create a sense of space and depth in a recording

  Example

  The producer used the underwood effect to give the vocals a more natural sound.

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Summary: underwood in Brief

Underwood [ˈʌndərwʊd] refers to the vegetation, especially trees and shrubs, that grow beneath the canopy of a forest or woodland. It can also mean a dense growth of shrubs and other plants, especially under trees in woodland. Examples include 'The underwood is so thick that it's hard to walk through the forest.' and 'The hunters had to crawl through the underwood to get to their prey.' Phrases like 'in the underwood' denote being hidden or concealed among the shrubs and trees of a forest or woodland, while 'clear the underwood' means to remove the shrubs and other vegetation from an area of woodland.