Hochwald

high forest, mature tall-tree forest

noun HOKH-vahlt Rare

Usage Note

Hochwald describes a forest of tall, mature timber trees grown from seed rather than coppice. It contrasts with Niederwald (coppiced woodland) and is typical of managed forestry in Central European uplands.

Examples

"Durch den dichten Hochwald fiel kaum Licht auf den moosbedeckten Boden."

Natural Translation

Hardly any light fell on the moss-covered ground through the dense high forest.

Literal Translation

Through the dense high forest fell hardly light on the moss-covered floor.

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