afforestment
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/əˈfɔːrɪstmənt/
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/əˈfɒrɪstmənt/
forest creation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'afforestment' originates from the Latin word 'afforestare', where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'forestare' meant 'to plant a forest'.
Historical Evolution
'afforestare' transformed into the Old French word 'afforester', and eventually became the modern English word 'afforestment'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to plant a forest', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of establishing a forest, especially on land not previously forested.
The government initiated an afforestment project to combat desertification.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 02:51