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Rainforests

Verb / ˈraɪˌnfɔ:rʌsts / Another word for rainforests — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Rainforests are dense forests in tropical regions that receive high amounts of rainfall and are home to a vast variety of plants and animals.

Synonyms & similar words

rainforest jungle Selva Monteverde

Example sentences

  1. The rainforests are important because they produce oxygen and regulate the climate.
  2. Many animals, such as monkeys, birds, and snakes, live in the rainforests.
  3. Deforestation is a major threat to rainforests and their inhabitants.
  4. Rainforests are known for their incredible biodiversity.
  5. The Amazon rainforest is the largest rainforest in the world.

Quotes

  • The rainforest has always been a place of mystery. It has always been a place of danger and of fear. - Richard Evans Schultes
  • The rainforest is a complex and delicate ecosystem, and we must take care to protect it. - Edward Norton
  • Rainforests are the lungs of our planet. - Unknown

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