The act of removing leaves from trees or plants; leaf loss or defoliation.
From 'dis-' (to remove) and 'foliage' (leaves), combining from French 'feuille' meaning leaf. This technical term describes the removal or loss of leaves.
The term 'disfoliage' appears in agricultural and forestry literature—understanding how pests, diseases, and environmental stress cause leaf loss helps scientists predict crop failures and forest health.
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