Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abatage
noun
/ˌæb.əˈtɑːʒ/
Definition
The act of cutting down trees or clearing land.
Examples
- The abatage of the forest led to a significant loss of habitat for local wildlife.
- Many farmers engage in abatage to expand their arable land.
- With the increase in urbanization, abatage has become a common practice in many rural areas.
Meaning
Abatage generally refers to the practice of deforestation or land clearing, often for agricultural or developmental purposes.
Synonyms
- deforestation
- clear-cutting
- land clearing
- tree felling
