deforestation
noun/diˌfɔrɪˈsteɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #10,593 most common English word
Meaning
The large-scale clearing or removal of forests, usually for agriculture or development.
Example sentence
Widespread deforestation has destroyed the natural habitat of many species in the Amazon region.
Synonyms & related words
- logging
- clearing
- felling
- destruction
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