deforestation

[US]/ˌdiːˌfɒrɪˈsteɪʃn/
[UK]/ˌdiːˌfɔːrɪˈsteɪʃn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. the action of clearing a wide area of trees.

Example Sentences

Deforestation is a major environmental issue affecting the planet.

The rate of deforestation has accelerated in recent years due to increased demand for agricultural land.

Many species are at risk of extinction due to deforestation destroying their habitats.

Deforestation contributes to climate change by reducing the number of trees that can absorb carbon dioxide.

Efforts are being made to combat deforestation through reforestation and sustainable forestry practices.

Deforestation in the Amazon rainforest has raised concerns about the loss of biodiversity.

Illegal logging is a major driver of deforestation in many regions around the world.

Deforestation can lead to soil erosion, loss of water quality, and increased greenhouse gas emissions.

Governments and organizations are working together to develop strategies to address deforestation and its impacts.

Educating the public about the importance of forests is crucial in preventing deforestation.

Real-world Examples

But elsewhere, deforestation is a last resort to survive.

Source: "BBC Documentary: Home"

There's going to be no deforestation. There's going to be very smart planning.

Source: NPR News August 2019 Collection

That's why this great moth hasn't suffered too badly from the island's deforestation.

Source: Insect Kingdom Season 2 (Original Soundtrack Version)

Another example of massive deforestation is the eucalyptus.

Source: "BBC Documentary: Home"

Another threat to the wildlife is deforestation.

Source: Financial Times

But wildfires and deforestation make that harder.

Source: This Month's Science 60 Seconds - Scientific American

So, deforestation is the process of removing forests.

Source: Learn English by following hot topics.

They combined those data with an analysis deforestation.

Source: Science 60 Seconds - Scientific American July 2020 Collection

They are critically endangered due to widespread deforestation.

Source: BBC English Unlocked

This has led to countries opening up more land to grow coffee beans, which causes increased deforestation.

Source: VOA Slow English Technology

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