n. | 1. | (Naut.) A mass of timbers built into the bow and stern of a vessel to give solidity. |
2. | Dead trees or branches; useless material. | |
3. | People who are unproductive; - used especially in reference to employees. |
Noun | 1. | deadwood - a branch or a part of a tree that is dead |
2. | deadwood - someone or something that is unwanted and unneeded Synonyms: fifth wheel |