English / word
deforestation
noun B2MEANING IN ENGLISH
The action of clearing a wide area of trees; the permanent destruction of forests in order to make the land available for other uses.
In context
01
Deforestation accelerates the loss of biodiversity.
02
Deforestation accelerates climate change.
Synonyms
logging,land clearance,forest destruction
Antonyms
reforestation,afforestation,tree planting