Forestation (noun)

The act or process of cutting down and clearing forests.

Origin:

From the words "forest" and "deforestation" meaning the act of removing forest or cutting down trees.

Examples:

1. Deforestation is a major cause of habitat loss and contributes to climate change.
2. The government has implemented policies to reduce deforestation and promote reforestation.
3. Deforestation of the Amazon rainforest has been happening at an alarming rate.
4. Deforestation is a major cause of soil erosion and desertification.
5. Illegal logging and land clearance for agriculture are major drivers of deforestation.