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defoliate

verb

/dɪˈfoʊlieɪt/

Meaning

to strip leaves from a tree, plant, or area, often using chemicals

The farmers defoliated the fields before harvest.

strip, clear, denude, remove leaves

fertilize, nourish

defoliate trees, defoliate crops, defoliate land, defoliate area

to pull or twist suddenly and violently

To make holy or sacred; to set apart as holy.

to be cautious or alert about a potential danger or problem

To give or add something, especially to help achieve or provide something.

To treat someone unfairly based on race, gender, or other differences; or to recognize a distinction...

to have a strong desire or longing for something