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forestry

[ fawr-uh-stree, for- ]

noun

  1. the science of planting and taking care of trees and forests.
  2. the process of establishing and managing forests; forestation.


forestry

/ ˈfɒrɪstrɪ /

noun

  1. the science of planting and caring for trees
  2. the planting and management of forests
  3. rare.
    forest land
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forestry

/ fôrĭ-strē /

  1. The scientific study of the cultivation, maintenance, and management of forests.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of forestry1

From the Middle French word foresterie, dating back to 1685–95. See forest, -ry
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Example Sentences

Erin Isselmann, OFRI’s executive director, said her agency serves the public, teachers, students and landowners through forestry education programs.

Lawmakers and forestry officials have joined timber executives in defending current environmental laws, saying they protect communities without unnecessarily burdening one of Oregon’s most important industries.

The Oregon Legislature reserved that power for state forestry officials, who are also charged with promoting the industry.

Probably the most obvious and well-known are forestry programs.

One risk that is that the forestry practices assumed to be common in the area could be more representative of large timber companies than family landowners.

Borlaug studied forestry, and then obtained a Ph.D. in plant pathology.

The Secretary of Forestry and Game Preservation had a much easier time, thanks to the new system of National Mounted Police.

But in the end, cat meat was not what killed billionaire forestry CEO Long Liyuan a few hours after he consumed the delicacy.

Father's always wanted me to take up lumbering or forestry or sawmills or something to do with timber.

Against some forestry theories the West enters an even stronger plea.

The practice of forestry has, therefore, become an important part in the household economy of civilized nations.

For this reason forestry is by nature less suited for private enterprise.

From what has been said it will be seen that forestry is a national business rather than an individual's.

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