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forestry

[ fawr-uh-stree, for- ]
/ ˈfɔr ə stri, ˈfɒr- /
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noun
the science of planting and taking care of trees and forests.
the process of establishing and managing forests; forestation.
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Origin of forestry

From the Middle French word foresterie, dating back to 1685–95. See forest, -ry
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British Dictionary definitions for forestry

forestry
/ (ˈfɒrɪstrɪ) /

noun
the science of planting and caring for trees
the planting and management of forests
rare forest land
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Scientific definitions for forestry

forestry
[ fôrĭ-strē ]

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