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Vocabulary Entry
deforestation
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The act of clearing forests for agricultural, commercial, or urban purposes.
Example Sentences
"Deforestation has serious implications for wildlife habitats."
"The government is implementing new policies to combat deforestation."
"Deforestation contributes to climate change by increasing carbon emissions."
V
verb
To clear or remove forests, typically by cutting down trees.
Example Sentences
"They plan to deforest the area to make way for a new residential development."
"Illegal logging practices deforest many protected regions each year."
"Efforts are underway to prevent companies from deforesting vital ecosystems."