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bois

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbwɑ// bois
Definition

n. a tree that produces wood. You use this word when talking about forests, timber, or the material itself.

n. a woody plant with a single main stem or trunk, typically growing several metres tall. Often used in forestry and general contexts to distinguish from shrubs or grasses.


Origin

Borrowed from French Bois.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Last updated May 4, 2026