The term 'DENSE SHRUBBERY' is a combination of two words, 'DENSE' and 'SHRUBBERY'. DENSE refers to something that is closely packed or crowded together, while SHRUBBERY is a collective term for shrubs, which are small woody plants. Together, the term 'DENSE SHRUBBERY' describes an area of closely packed shrubs, often used as a form of landscaping or to provide privacy. The crossword solution for this term is 'THICKET', which is a DENSE growth of shrubs or small trees.