deforestation
/ˌdiːfɒrɪˈsteɪʃən/ · /ˌdiːfɔːrɪˈsteɪʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic EnvironmentWord #4979 in the learning path
森林砍伐；毁林
Definitions
n. The clearing of forests by cutting down trees.
森林砍伐；毁林
Example
Deforestation has left the hillside bare and dusty.
森林砍伐使山坡变得光秃秃、尘土飞扬。
Reducing deforestation can protect wildlife habitats and help limit the effects of climate change.
减少森林砍伐可以保护野生动物栖息地，并有助于减轻气候变化的影响。
Collocations
- prevent deforestation
- widespread deforestation
- tropical deforestation
Word family
- deforest (v.)
- forest (n.)
- reforestation (n.)
Antonyms
- reforestation
Usage tip
不可数名词；常用于栖息地丧失和气候变化话题。
FAQ
- What does deforestation mean?
- The clearing of forests by cutting down trees.
- How is deforestation pronounced?
- UK /ˌdiːfɒrɪˈsteɪʃən/, US /ˌdiːfɔːrɪˈsteɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
