1. small areas of forest or woodland, especially those managed for timber production or conservation

Examples

• The farmer maintained several woodlots on his property for future timber harvests.
• Local woodlots provide habitat for wildlife and help prevent soil erosion.
• The conservation group purchased small woodlots to protect them from development.
• Many New England farms include woodlots as part of their land management strategy.
• The university’s forestry students studied sustainable practices in nearby woodlots.
• Property taxes on woodlots are often lower when they’re enrolled in forest management programs.