FORESTRY COMMISSION, THE


Meaning of FORESTRY COMMISSION, THE in English

ˈForestry Comˌmission, the BrE AmE

an organization that is responsible for taking care of forests in the UK. It cuts down old trees and plants new ones, prevents wild animals from spreading diseases, and makes paths and camping areas for visitors. In the US there is a similar organization called the ↑ Forest Service .

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English.      Longman - Словарь современного английского языка.