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to degrade
01
(of human activities or natural forces) to gradually break down rocks, mountains, hills, etc.
02
to reduce the quality, value, or effectiveness of something
03
to treating someone disrespectfully or contemptuously
Example
Urbanization and expansion of cities often degrade nearby land by covering it with pavement and buildings
Clear-cutting forests for timber can degrade the land by exposing the soil to erosion.
Mining operations in the area have degraded the land by excavating large areas and removing the fertile topsoil.
The construction activities on the hillside will degrade the land, as heavy machinery removes the topsoil to make way for buildings and infrastructure.
Intensive agricultural practices, such as excessive tilling and monoculture farming, can degrade the land by depleting soil nutrients.
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