How do you pronounce afforestation?

afforestation is pronounced as ˌæf.ɔːr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən.

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afforestation

🌳afforestation

noun

ˌæf.ɔːr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən

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afforestation synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison

Meaning

The action of planting trees on an area of land in order to form a forest.

The process of establishing a forest, especially on land that was not recently forested.

Example Sentences

Afforestation helps restore biodiversity.

Afforestation is essential to combat climate change.

Synonyms

tree planting, forest development, reforestation

Entry 1

tree planting, forest development, reforestation

Entry 2

tree planting, reforestation

Antonyms

deforestation, land clearing, desertification

Entry 1

deforestation, land clearing, desertification

Entry 2

deforestation, desertification

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