Defoliation

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /diːˌfəʊliːˈ(j)eɪʃən/
• Rhymes: -eɪʃən

Origin

defoliate + -ion

Full definition of defoliation

Noun

1. The separation of ripened leaves from a branch or stem; the falling or shedding of the leaves.

Related terms

• defoliate
• defoliator