Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reforest

verb

/riːˈfɔrɪst/

Definition

To replant trees in an area that has been depleted of its forest cover.

Examples

The initiative aims to reforest the barren lands that were once rich with trees.
Efforts to reforest the region have gained momentum in recent years.
Many communities have come together to reforest local parks and natural reserves.

Meaning

Reforesting refers to the process of restoring forested areas by planting trees in places where the original forest has been cut down or destroyed, helping to restore ecosystems and enhance biodiversity.