Wooden Definition & Meaning

wooden
adjective
  1. made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood; "a wooden box"; "an ancient cart with wooden wheels"
  2. lacking ease or grace; "the actor's performance was wooden"; "a wooden smile"

"Wooden" in song lyrics

See how wooden is used in real songs:

  • "Daytons on the MC with the wooden ?????"
    KAM f/ Dresta, MC Ren — Down Fa Mine
  • "The proof is in the footin, my collar ain't wooden"
    Naughty By Nature — Yoke The Joker
  • "Plastic, metal or wooden"
    Eyedea, Slug, Sole — Savior?

Usage tips for "wooden"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "wooden" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for wooden to find words that pair well.

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