Vegetation
- Part of Speech: Noun
- Pronunciation: /ˌvedʒɪˈteɪʃən/
Definition: Vegetation refers to the plants and trees that cover a particular area. It encompasses a wide variety of plant life, including trees, shrubs, grasses, and mosses, that form the green covering of land. Vegetation plays a critical role in the ecosystem, contributing to the oxygen cycle, providing habitats for wildlife, and influencing the climate and water cycle.
Etymology and Historical Background: The term "vegetation" comes from the Latin word "vegetatio," meaning "a bringing to life," from "vegetare," which means "to enliven." Historically, the study and classification of vegetation have evolved, with significant contributions from botany and ecology, leading to a deeper understanding of vegetation types, distribution, and the role of vegetation in environmental conservation and climate regulation.
Synonyms:
- Flora
- Greenery
- Plant life
- Foliage
- Botany
Antonyms:
- Desert
- Barren land
- Wasteland
- Urban area
- Hardscape
Example Sentences:
- The dense vegetation of the Amazon rainforest is home to an incredible diversity of species.
- Urban planning should include green spaces with lush vegetation for environmental and recreational benefits.
- Deforestation leads to the loss of vegetation cover, affecting biodiversity and climate.
- The vegetation on the mountain changes with altitude, from deciduous forests to alpine meadows.
- Restoration projects aim to reintroduce native vegetation to degraded lands.
- Seasonal changes significantly affect the appearance and health of local vegetation.
- Vegetation analysis helps ecologists understand ecosystem dynamics and conservation needs.
- The spread of invasive species can severely impact native vegetation and ecosystems.
- Agricultural practices have transformed natural vegetation into cultivated lands.
- Coastal vegetation serves as a natural barrier against erosion and storms.
Korean Translations:
- 아마존 열대우림의 울창한 식생은 놀라운 종 다양성의 집입니다.
- 도시 계획에는 환경적, 레크리에이션적 이점을 위한 녹색 공간이 포함되어야 합니다.
- 삼림 벌채는 생물 다양성과 기후에 영향을 미치는 식생 커버의 손실로 이어집니다.
- 산의 식생은 해발 고도에 따라 낙엽수림에서 알파인 초원으로 변화합니다.
- 복원 프로젝트는 훼손된 땅에 토착 식생을 재도입하려고 합니다.
- 계절 변화는 지역 식생의 모양과 건강에 큰 영향을 미칩니다.
- 식생 분석은 생태학자들이 생태계 동태와 보존 필요성을 이해하는 데 도움이 됩니다.
- 침입종의 확산은 토착 식생과 생태계에 심각한 영향을 미칠 수 있습니다.
- 농업 관행은 자연 식생을 경작지로 변환했습니다.
- 연안 식생은 침식과 폭풍에 대한 자연 장벽 역할을 합니다.
- Native Pronunciation on Cambridge Dictionary
- Videos on YouGlish
- YouTube Videos on the Importance of Vegetation (For Adults)
- Educational Videos for Children about Vegetation on YouTube
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