How to Pronounce "deforest"
word
dɪˈfɔɹəst
di-FOR-uhst
dɪfˈɒɹɪst
di-FOR-ist
Definition
To cut down or clear a large area of trees from a forest, usually for human use such as farming or building.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈfɔɹəst
British English
dɪfˈɒɹɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-FOR-uhst
UK
di-FOR-ist
Listen in Context
Companies often deforest large areas for farming.
They plan to deforest the valley to build houses.
People should not deforest natural parks.
If we keep deforesting at this rate, we'll lose half our forests.