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DEFOLIATES

(adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Defoliates.

Defoliates - as an adjective satellite

Deprived of leaves

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defoliated15

Defoliates - as a verb

Strip the leaves or branches from

Example: "Defoliate the trees with pesticides"

Example Sentences

"The farmer defoliates the corn plants to improve air circulation and reduce the risk of disease."
"In order to study the effects of defoliation, the scientists intentionally defoliates some plants."
"The infestation of pests defoliates the plants, causing significant damage to the harvest."
"The herbicide used in agriculture defoliates weeds."
"The caterpillar defoliates the leaves of tomato plants."
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Word Game Points

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

DEFOLIATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is DEFOLIATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defoliates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFOLIATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is DEFOLIATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defoliates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFOLIATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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