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Forestry: meaning, definitions and examples

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forestry

 

[ ˈfɒrɪstri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

study of forests

Forestry is the science and practice of planting, managing, and caring for forests.

Synonyms

forest management

Examples of usage

  • John studied forestry in college.
  • Forestry plays a crucial role in preserving our environment.
Context #2 | Noun

forest land

Forestry refers to the land covered with trees suitable for timber production or other forest products.

Synonyms

forest area

Examples of usage

  • The company owns a vast area of forestry in the northern region.
  • Forestry provides valuable resources for various industries.

Translations

Translations of the word "forestry" in other languages:

🇵🇹 silvicultura

🇮🇳 वन प्रबंधन

🇩🇪 Forstwirtschaft

🇮🇩 kehutanan

🇺🇦 лісове господарство

🇵🇱 leśnictwo

🇯🇵 林業

🇫🇷 foresterie

🇪🇸 silvicultura

🇹🇷 orman mühendisliği

🇰🇷 산림학

🇸🇦 علم الحراج

🇨🇿 lesnictví

🇸🇰 lesníctvo

🇨🇳 林业

🇸🇮 gozdarstvo

🇮🇸 skógrækt

🇰🇿 орман шаруашылығы

🇬🇪 ტყის მეურნეობა

🇦🇿 meşə təsərrüfatı

🇲🇽 silvicultura

Etymology

The term 'forestry' originated from the Old French word 'forestrie', which in turn came from the Latin word 'forestis', meaning 'belonging to the forest'. The practice of forestry dates back to ancient times when civilizations managed forests for sustainable use of resources.

See also: afforestation, forestall, forestation, forester, reforest, reforestation.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,620 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.