English / word
afforestation
noun C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
The establishment of a forest or stand of trees in an area where there was no previous tree cover.
In context
01
Afforestation helps restore biodiversity.
02
Afforestation is essential to combat climate change.
Synonyms
tree planting,reforestation,forest cultivation
Antonyms
deforestation,clear-cutting,tree clearing
Collocations
large-scale afforestation,afforestation program,afforestation project