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English

woodlet

|wood/let|

C1

/ˈwʊdlɪt/

small wood

Etymology
Etymology Information

'woodlet' originates from the English word 'wood' with the diminutive suffix '-let', indicating a smaller version.

Historical Evolution

'wood' transformed into 'woodlet' by adding the diminutive suffix '-let', indicating a smaller version.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a small wood or grove', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a small wood or grove.

The children played hide and seek in the woodlet behind their house.

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Last updated: 2025/01/15 01:55