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deforestation

[diːˌfɒrɪˈsteɪʃ(ə)n] n
agric. défrichement m
econ. déboisement m
environ., forestr. réduction de la surface boisée; destruction des forêts; déforestation f
deforestation The removal of forest and undergrowth to increase the surface of arable land or to use the timber for construction or industrial purposes. Forest and its undergrowth possess a very high water-retaining capacity, inhibiting runoff of rainwater [diːˌfɒrɪˈsteɪʃ(ə)n] n
environ. déforestation f
deforestation
: 32 phrases in 7 subjects
Agriculture3
Climatology2
Earth sciences1
Economics1
Environment11
Forestry9
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