Shelterbelt

Shelterbelt

A plant barrier of trees, shrubs, or other approved perennial vegetation designed to reduce wind erosion. Also called a windbreak.

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shelterbelt

Weather; Meteorology

A belt of trees and/or shrubs arranged as a protection against strong winds; a type of windbreak. The trees may be specially planted or left standing when the original forest is ...

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A plant barrier of trees, shrubs, or other approved perennial vegetation designed to reduce wind erosion. Also called a windbreak.

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Agriculture; General agriculture

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shelterbelt

Engineering; Civil engineering

A natural or planned barrier of trees or shrubs to reduce erosion and provide shelter from winds or storms.

shelterbelt

Biology; Ecology

A barrier of trees or other vegetation planted to block incoming winds. Shelterbelts prevent moisture loss and erosion.

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