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desertification

noun

dɪˌzɝː.t̬ə.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

Meaning

The process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture.

Deforestation accelerates desertification.

land degradation, aridification, drying up

reforestation, land restoration, soil regeneration

a military officer of middle rank; the person in command of a ship or aircraft

a blessing, especially a ceremonial one; an expression of good wishes

a period of testing or supervision, especially for offenders or new employees

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A thin decorative covering of fine wood applied to a coarser wood or other material; a superficially...

a gesture of beckoning; a small stream or brook (chiefly Northern English)