reclamation

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/(ˌ)ɹɛkləˈmeɪʃn̩/ English

Definitions

noun

The act of reclaiming or the state of being reclaimed.
The recovery of a wasteland, or of flooded land so it can be cultivated.

Related words

Synonyms

rehabilitation renewal revival reformation recapture reinstatement recovery restore restored recover recovering restoration retraining rebuilding re-establishment rebuild

Associated

tailings reclaimed dredging irrigation chai wan dams dam landfill reuse wastewater reclaim

Rhymes

trepidation indignation exhilaration veneration elation condemnation gratification inclination aspiration desolation

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