🌲❌deforest

verb
/diːˈfɒrɪst/

Meaning

to clear an area of trees, usually on a large scale

Example Sentences

The region has been heavily deforested for agriculture.

Example Expressions

deforest land

Synonyms

clear, cut down, log, denude, strip

Antonyms

reforest, afforest

Collocations

deforest land, deforest area, deforest region, deforest jungle

More Example Sentences

Deforestation will cause wildlife to disappear.

Deforestation is a severe threat to biodiversity.

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