Meaning of the word desertification in English
What does desertification mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
desertification
US /dɪˌzɝː.t̬ə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK /dɪˌzɜː.tɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Noun
the process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture
Example:
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Climate change is accelerating the rate of desertification in many regions.
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Efforts are being made to combat desertification and restore degraded land.