Search Dictionary
Definition of woodridge
woodridge
/ˈwʊdˌrɪdʒ/
wood · ridge
Plural:Woodridges
woodridge Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
6
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
American A village in northeastern Illinois, United States, located in DuPage County and operating as a suburb of Chicago.
Example
"They moved to a quiet neighborhood in Woodridge to be closer to their family in Chicago."
2
Australian A residential suburb of Logan City in Queensland, Australia, situated south of Brisbane.
Example
"The community center in Woodridge hosts various cultural events for the residents of Logan City."
• Nearby Words
Word Origin & Etymology
A locational proper noun formed by compounding the Old English words 'wudu' (wood) and 'hrycg' (ridge), typically describing a settlement situated on a forested crest or elevated land.
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Woodridge. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/woodridge