reforest

[ree-fawr-ist, -for-]

verb (used with object)

1. to replant trees on (land denuded by cutting or fire).

reforest

/ riːˈfɒrɪst /

verb

1. (tr) another word for reafforest

Other Word Forms

• reforestation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of reforest¹

First recorded in 1880–85; re- + forest

Example Sentences

As Tembé articulates, it takes a reforesting of the mind and heart to catalyze progress.

From Los Angeles Times

The environment department, which has proposed ending a reforesting contract with the reserve, denied the claim.

From BBC

For forest managers and organizations leading reforestation efforts, the findings offer some practical advice: "We need to consider nutrient limitation when we're reforesting," said Batterman.

From Science Daily

Diversifying agriculture in the region and reforesting Michoacán could help to restore the Sierra Purhepecha's ecology and protect the rural economy.

From Salon

That created a pernicious cycle: Forestry agencies had to spend more money fighting megafires and didn’t have enough left over to replant, so the share of burned acres being reforested has steadily declined.

From New York Times