The word "woody" means something is related to or has characteristics of wood, like being made of wood or having a texture or smell similar to wood. Full definition
As shown later in this paper, the global warming potential of the annual emissions of CH4 from Amazonian wetlands is equivalent to about 30â $ «40 % of the estimated annual accumulation of C in woody biomass of mature Amazonian forests.» (realclimate.org)
Here Williams is experimenting with forbs — perennial and annual flowering plants — that could appeal to farmers who do not want to deal with the hassle of woody plants on their fields. (scientificamerican.com)
* 1-1/2 cups water * 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised with woody ends removed * 1 teaspoon salt * 1 pound white fish filet * 3/4 cup thinly sliced shallots, soaked in cold water for at least 10 minutes and drained * 2 Tablespoons lime juice * 2 teaspoons fish sauce * 1 Tablespoon shallot oil * 3 Tablespoons golden crispy shallots * 1/2 teaspoon salt * 1 red Jalapeno chile, seeded and minced * 1/4 cup chopped cilantro and / or mint leaves (I like a 3 Tablespoons cilantro to 1 Tablespoon mint ratio) (girlcooksworld.com)