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Definition of Defoliation
1. Noun. The loss of foliage.
2. Noun. Causing the leaves of trees and other plants to fall off (as by the use of chemicals).
Definition of Defoliation
1. n. The separation of ripened leaves from a branch or stem; the falling or shedding of the leaves.
Definition of Defoliation
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Medical Definition of Defoliation
1. The separation of ripened leaves from a branch or stem; the falling or shedding of the leaves. Origin: LL. Defoliare, defoliatum, to shed leaves; L. De- + folium leaf: cf. F. Defoliation. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)