forest

forest [-s] n

OFr < L. foris, outside.

  1. Expanse of land bearing trees; wilderness area; section of nature.
  2. [Fig.] hopes; dreams.2/App13 Never mind faded forests, Austin, / Never mind silent fields
  3. [Fig.] soul.
  4. [Fig.] attachment; inability to break free completely.
  5. Place of shade; area bringing repose.