B2 noun ˌdiː.fɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən
deforestation
вырубка лесов
Meaning
The action of clearing a wide area of trees; the permanent destruction of forests in order to make the land available for other uses.
Example
Deforestation accelerates the loss of biodiversity.
Вырубка лесов ускоряет утрату биологического разнообразия.