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DEFOLIATING

(adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Defoliating.

Defoliating - as an adjective satellite

Deprived of leaves

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defoliated15

Defoliating - as a verb

Strip the leaves or branches from

Example: "Defoliate the trees with pesticides"

Example Sentences

"The defoliating chemicals killed all the leaves on the trees."
"The defoliating process caused the plants to lose their foliage."
"The defoliating insects are destroying the crops."
"Scorched-earth tactics involve defoliating the enemy's territory."
"The defoliating agent was applied to strip the trees of their leaves."
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Word Game Points

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

DEFOLIATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DEFOLIATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defoliating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFOLIATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is DEFOLIATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defoliating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFOLIATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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