1. The hard substance that makes up the stems and branches of trees and shrubs: "Kim and her family always keep a supply of wood that is cut and ready for the fireplace."
2. An area of land covered with many trees: "Amanda's house is close to a wood area or forest."

1. Used to indicate what someone said or thought about what was going to happen or be done: "Timothy said he would help Gill with her report by typing some of it, too."
2. Used to express a wish: "Norma wishes Tammy would write more often."
3. Used to say that you are willing to do something: "Alice said that she would be more than happy to help you."