reforestation

noun

Pronunciation: ˌriː.fɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən

Definition

The process of planting trees in an area where the forest has been depleted or destroyed.

Examples

• Large-scale reforestation projects are essential for combating the effects of climate change.

• The government launched a national reforestation initiative to reverse decades of illegal logging.

• Successful reforestation requires careful selection of native species to ensure the new trees survive.

Synonyms of reforestation

Words with a similar meaning to reforestation:

• afforestation
• replanting
• restoration

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