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deforest

/dɪˈfɔːrɪst/ verb · British & US
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What does deforest mean?

verb

To cut down or clear a forest, typically for agriculture or urban development. To remove trees from an area.

Example

"The company was accused of deforesting the land to make way for a new housing development."

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