imber

/ˈɪmbər/

Definitions

1. noun

a mass of falling timber; a forest of tall trees, especially one that is to be felled.

“The ancient imber that stood on the hill was a majestic sight to behold.”

2. verb

to fell or cut down (trees, especially a forest) at one time.

“The foresters decided to imber the forest to make way for new housing developments.”

Synonyms

  • forest
  • timber

Antonyms

  • clearing
  • deforestation