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forestry

[fawr-uh-stree, for-]

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noun

the science of planting and taking care of trees and forests.

the process of establishing and managing forests; forestation.

forestland.

Origin:
1685–95; < Middle French foresterie. See forest, -ry

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a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.

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forestry (ˈfɒrɪstrɪ)

—n
1.	the science of planting and caring for trees
2.	the planting and management of forests
3.	rare forest land

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Word Origin & History

forestry

1690s, from O.Fr. foresterie, from forest (see forest). Originally the privilege of a royal forest; meaning science of managing forests is from 1859.

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forestry

(fôr'ĭ-strē) Pronunciation Key
The scientific study of the cultivation, maintenance, and management of forests.