ALL meanings of defoliation
de·fo·li·ate
D d - verb with object defoliation to strip (a tree, bush, etc.) of leaves. 1
- verb with object defoliation to destroy or cause widespread loss of leaves in (an area of jungle, forest, etc.), as by using chemical sprays or incendiary bombs, in order to deprive enemy troops or guerrilla forces of concealment. 1
- verb without object defoliation to lose leaves. 1
- adjective defoliation (of a tree) having lost its leaves, especially by a natural process. 1
- noun defoliation removal of leaves: from trees, etc. 1
- noun defoliation The separation of ripened leaves from a branch or stem; the falling or shedding of the leaves. 1