Forestry
8 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
The science and practice of planting, managing, and caring for forests and woodlands. It includes the cultivation of trees for timber production and environmental conservation.
“He studied forestry at university and now works managing sustainable woodland projects.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈfɒr.ɪst.ri/
Syllables
for·est·ry
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Synonyms
silviculturewoodland managementarboriculture
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Contains FOREST root with Y ending - double E in positions
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Scrabble
Worth 14 points; Y ending provides strategic placement options
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