Defoliate and Divest

Defoliate

Defoliate verb - Strip the leaves or branches from.
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Divest and defoliate are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Divest" instead a verb "Defoliate".

Nearby Words: defoliation, defoliant, defoliating

Divest

Divest verb - To end the occupancy or possession of.

Defoliate and divest are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Defoliate" instead a verb "Divest".

Nearby Words: divestment, divesting
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