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coniferization|ˌkəʊnɪfəraɪˈzeɪʃən|
[f. conifer + -ization.]
Conversion, esp. of deciduous woodland, to coniferous forest; the process of planting with coniferous trees.
1956Archit. Rev. CXX. 388/2 The biggest mistake was to embark upon the wholesale coniferization of Britain as if it were a continent. 1971Country Life 21 Oct. 1064/2 Neglect, coniferisation and the insatiable plough march on, despite Conservation Year 1970. 1984Times 1 Dec. 9/6 In recent decades the commission has presided over the coniferisation and clearance of thousands of acres of our ancient woodland heritage. |