forestry

[fawr-uh-stree, for-] / ˈfɔr ə stri, ˈfɒr- /

NOUN

forest management

Synonyms

STRONGEST

afforestation

STRONG

arboriculture silviculture

WEAK

dendrology forest ranging forestation ranger service sylviculture

Example Sentences

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The real question is whether much higher doses of the chemical could be problematic for agricultural, forestry, and similar workers who spray the stuff on a daily basis.

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

Moorland, forestry and rural environments were "extremely vulnerable", with even small flames having "devastating consequences", Dyson said.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

Net sales and revenue rose 13% to $9.61 billion, boosted by a 34% increase in net sales for its construction and forestry division and 24% net sales growth for its small agriculture and turf segment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

Indonesia's environment and forestry ministries did not respond to AFP's request for comment.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

Replanting through an immediate tree nursery and forestry program is being urged in communities that are losing large numbers of elms.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson