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DEFOLIATE

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Defoliate.

Defoliate - as an adjective satellite

Deprived of leaves

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defoliated15

Defoliate - as a verb

Strip the leaves or branches from

Example: "Defoliate the trees with pesticides"

Defoliate - as an adjective

Deprived of leaves; defoliated.

Example Sentences

"The farmer decided to defoliate the cotton plants to accelerate the harvest."
"In autumn, the leaves of the trees naturally defoliate."
"The army used chemical agents to defoliate the dense jungle."
"The company hired workers to defoliate the overgrown garden."
"The invasive species defoliates the native plants, causing harm to the ecosystem."
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Word Game Points

Is DEFOLIATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defoliate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEFOLIATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DEFOLIATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defoliate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFOLIATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is DEFOLIATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defoliate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFOLIATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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