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deforestation

/dɪˌfɔrɪsˈteɪʃən/

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1 · n.

the clearing of forests over a large area

森林砍伐

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Deforestation has reduced the habitat available to the birds.
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森林砍伐缩小了这些鸟类的栖息地。
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Pronunciation: /dɪˌfɔrɪsˈteɪʃən/

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