Definitions

1. noun

wood that has died and fallen from a tree, especially branches or limbs

“The forest ranger noticed the deadwood accumulating on the forest floor and decided to remove it for safety.”

2. noun

a community or town, especially a mining town, that is declining or no longer prosperous

“The once-thriving mining town had become a mere shell of its former self, a classic example of deadwood.”

3. noun

a character or element in a story, show, or other form of media that is unnecessary or uninteresting

“The writer was advised to cut the deadwood from the script to make it more engaging for the audience.”

4. verb

to remove deadwood, especially in a forest or woodland area

“The team worked together to deadwood the forest, clearing away the fallen branches and debris.”