
Spinney
British Term
Spinney is commonly used in British English rather than American English.

We took a stroll through the spinney to enjoy the tranquility.
Natural Habitat
Spinney often refers to a habitat for wildlife within a larger open area.

The fox was seen darting into the spinney as hikers approached.
Size Implication
Spinney implies a smaller area of woodland, not an extensive forest.

The children loved exploring the spinney, collecting leaves and pinecones.
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ArboretumCopseForestGrovePlantationThicketWood
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