reforestation
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/ˌriːˌfɔːrɪˈsteɪʃən/
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/ˌriːˌfɒrɪˈsteɪʃən/
planting trees again
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reforestation' originates from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and 'forest,' which comes from Latin 'forestis,' meaning 'open wood.'
Historical Evolution
'reforestation' evolved from the combination of 're-' and 'forest,' forming a term used in modern English to describe the act of planting trees again.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to plant trees again,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of replanting an area with trees.
Reforestation is crucial for restoring ecosystems.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45