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depopulation

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun depopulation has 1 sense
  1. depopulation - the condition of having reduced numbers of inhabitants (or no inhabitants at all)
    --1 is a kind of
    environmental condition
    Derived form: verb depopulate1

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Depopulation

Definition

Depopulation refers to the decrease in the population of a specific area or region over time. It may occur due to various factors such as low birth rates, high mortality rates, emigration, or urbanization.

Senses and Usages

Noun

Sense 1: The act or process of reducing the number of individuals within a population.

Example sentence: The depopulation of the rural village was caused by the lack of employment opportunities.

Noun

Sense 2: The significant decline in population within a specific geographic area or region.

Example sentence: The depopulation of the city was a result of the ongoing economic crisis.

Verb

Sense 1: To cause or lead to a decrease in population.

Example sentence: The closure of the factory depopulated the town as many residents moved away in search of employment.

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