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DEFOLIATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Defoliation.

Defoliation - as a noun

The loss of foliage

Causing the leaves of trees and other plants to fall off (as by the use of chemicals)

Example Sentences

"The defoliation caused by the storm left the trees looking bare."
"The defoliation of the crops by pests led to a poor harvest."
"The defoliation of the forest was necessary to build the new road."
"The defoliation of the plants in the garden was caused by a disease."
"The defoliation of the cherry blossom trees signaled the arrival of spring."
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Word Game Points

Is DEFOLIATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defoliation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEFOLIATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is DEFOLIATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defoliation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFOLIATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is DEFOLIATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defoliation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFOLIATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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