Woodlot
(noun)
A small piece of land covered in trees, typically used for growing trees for firewood, building materials or wildlife habitat.
Origin:
The word woodlot is derived from the words 'wood' and 'lot', and refers to a small piece of land covered in trees.
Examples:
- The woodlot was owned by the local community, and was used as a source of firewood for heating.
- The woodlot was a popular destination for birdwatchers, as it was home to many species of birds.
- The woodlot was managed by a local conservation group, who worked to maintain its ecological health.
- The woodlot was surrounded by farms, and provided a valuable source of shade for livestock.
- The woodlot was the site of a sustainable forestry project, where young trees were planted to replace those harvested for use.