Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
denudate
verb
/dɪˈnjuː.deɪt/
Definition
To strip something of its covering or surface; to remove the outer layer.
Examples
- The heavy rain can denudate the soil, leaving it vulnerable to erosion.
- Scientists study how glaciers denudate the landscape as they move over time.
- The process of logging can denudate forests, affecting local wildlife.
Meaning
The term refers to the act of exposing something by removing its protective or covering layer, often used in geological or botanical contexts.
Synonyms
- strip
- expose
- remove
- clear
- defoliate
