woodland /ˈwʊd.lənd/adjective 2noun 2forms 3 adjective2 •Of a creature or object: growing, living, or existing in a woodland.The woodland creatures ran from the fire. •(no longer used) Having the character of a woodland.It is a very woodland country, with plenty of grass, but it is too large for four days a-week, and the sport is generally rather indifferent. — 1827 noun[in the plural]2 •Land covered with woody vegetation.Much as one appreciates the beauty of these woodlands, it was good to learn that some discreet tree-felling may open up the view still further. — 1958 •A low-density forest. formswoodlands · more woodland · most woodland