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A forest is a large area of land covered in trees. Forests can be found all over the world, in different climates and environments.
There are many different types of forests, each with its own unique plants and animals. Some common types of forests include:
Forests are important for many reasons. They provide us with wood, food, and medicine. They also help to regulate the climate and prevent soil erosion.
The forest was dark and mysterious.
Noun: forest, forests.
Adjective: forested.
Verb: forest, forested, foresting.
The word "forest" is derived from the Latin word forestis, which means "woodland outside the jurisdiction of a city". The Latin word forestis is thought to be cognate with the Old English word forst, which also means "woodland".
What types of forests can you name?