reforest

[riːˈfɒrɪst]

reforest Definition

  • 1to plant trees in an area where there used to be a forest
  • 2to replant a forest that has been cut down or destroyed

Using reforest: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reforest" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The government is planning to reforest the area after the wildfire.

  • Example

    The organization aims to reforest the Amazon rainforest.

  • Example

    The company promised to reforest the land after logging activities.

reforest Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for reforest

Antonyms for reforest

Phrases with reforest

  • reforesting efforts

    actions taken to plant trees in areas where forests have been cut down or destroyed

    Example

    The reforesting efforts of the organization have helped restore the natural habitat of many animals.

  • a planned initiative to plant trees in an area where there used to be a forest

    Example

    The reforesting project aims to restore the ecological balance of the region.

  • a coordinated effort to encourage people to plant trees and reforest areas that have been deforested

    Example

    The reforesting campaign has gained support from various organizations and individuals.

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Summary: reforest in Brief

'Reforest' [riːˈfɒrɪst] means to plant trees in an area where there used to be a forest or to replant a forest that has been cut down or destroyed. It is often used in the context of environmental conservation and restoration, as in 'The government is planning to reforest the area after the wildfire.' 'Reforest' can also be used in phrases like 'reforesting efforts' and 'reforesting project,' which refer to initiatives to plant trees in deforested areas.

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