forestry

/ˈfɒɹ.ɪst.ɹi/

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Also seen as: forestries

Sense 1

Meaning · English

The science of planting and growing trees in forests.

Noun

Examples

She studied forestry and environmental management.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

The art and practice of planting and growing trees in forests.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “forestry” mean?

The science of planting and growing trees in forests.

Is “forestry” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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