disforest

/ˈdɪsfɔːrɪst/

Definitions

1. verb

to cut down or destroy a forest; to remove or clear a forested area

“The development project led to the disforestation of a significant portion of the reserve.”

2. noun

the act of cutting down or destroying a forest

“The team studied the effects of disforest on local ecosystems.”

Synonyms

  • clear
  • deforest

Antonyms

  • reafforest
  • reforest