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brushwood

 

[ หˆbrสŒสƒwสŠd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

plant material

Brushwood refers to a dense growth of small trees and shrubs, often found in wooded areas. It is commonly used for kindling or as a source of firewood. Brushwood can also serve as a habitat for various wildlife species. In landscaping and gardening, brushwood is sometimes used to create natural boundaries or screens. This term is often associated with scenes of nature, rural settings, or camping.

Synonyms

bushes, scrub, thicket, undergrowth.

Examples of usage

  • The hikers cleared the area of brushwood before setting up camp.
  • He used brushwood to stoke the fire and keep warm during the night.
  • The area was so overgrown with brushwood that we lost our path.
  • Brushwood provides excellent cover for deer in winter.

Translations

Translations of the word "brushwood" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tรกbuas de madeira

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเคพเคกเคผเคฟเคฏเคพเค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Strรคucher

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kayu kecil

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‡ะฐะณะฐั€ะฝะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ krzaki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่—ช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท buissons

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ matorrales

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงalฤฑlar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ค๋ถˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุฌูŠุฑุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kล™ovรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kroviny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Œๆœจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ grmovje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ runni

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฑั‚ะฐะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒฃแƒฉแƒฅแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qovaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ matorrales

Etymology

The term 'brushwood' is derived from the Middle English word 'brushe,' which means to brush or sweep. This, in turn, evolved from the Old English 'brusc,' referring to a kind of bush or shrub. The addition of 'wood' emphasizes the material nature of small branches and sticks, often used as fuel or in natural environments. Historically, brushwood has played a significant role in rural life; it has been used not just as a fuel source but also in traditional construction and as fencing material. It carries connotations of wilderness, natural habitats, and even folklore, often symbolizing the untamed aspects of nature. Over time, the usage of 'brushwood' has remained relevant in both agricultural and ecological discussions, particularly as societies have grown more aware of conservation and land management practices.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,388, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.