Spinney/ˈspɪni/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3British Term Spinney is commonly used in British English rather than American English. We took a stroll through the spinney to enjoy the tranquility. Pro Tip 2/3Natural 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. Pro Tip 3/3Size Implication Spinney implies a smaller area of woodland, not an extensive forest. The children loved exploring the spinney, collecting leaves and pinecones.