Meaning & use
deforestation
The large-scale clearing of forests, typically for farming, logging, or development.
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Deforestation in the region has led to significant loss of wildlife habitat.
Scientists linked the rising temperatures partly to widespread deforestation over the past decade.
A note on using this word
A key term in environmental science, frequently discussed alongside climate change and biodiversity loss.
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Words with an opposite meaning
reforestation
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