word
deforestation
dee-for-eh-STAY-shun
diːˌfɒrɪˈsteɪʃənListen
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Syllable breakdown
deforestation
Dictionary meaning
The permanent removal of trees to make room for other uses.
History and origin
Latin de- (from) + forestem.
Examples
- Deforestation in the tropics contributes significantly to carbon emissions.
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