frithwork

ˈfrɪθwɜːrk

Definitions

1. noun

a clearing or piece of open land in a forest, especially one enclosed by a fence or hedge.

“The ancient village was nestled within the heart of the forest, surrounded by a frithwork where wildflowers bloomed in every color of the rainbow.”

Synonyms

  • clearing
  • enclosure

Antonyms

  • denseforest
  • thicket