Rainforest
(noun)
- A dense, tropical forest that is characterized by high annual rainfall, high humidity, and a diverse array of plants and animals.
- A forest that receives a high amount of rainfall.
Origin:
The word "rainforest" is derived from two words "rain" and "forest" which means "a forest that receives a high amount of rainfall". it is a dense, tropical forest that is characterized by high annual rainfall, high humidity, and a diverse array of plants and animals.
Examples:
- The Amazon rainforest is the largest rainforest in the world.
- The rainforest is home to many unique species of plants and animals.
- The destruction of the rainforest is harming the planet's biodiversity.
- The rainforest is an important source of medicine and other resources.
- The rainforest is being destroyed at an alarming rate for commercial gain.