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depletion

/dɪˈpliːʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does depletion mean?

noun

The act of reducing something to a lower level or amount, especially a natural resource. The state of being depleted.

Example

"The depletion of the ozone layer has been a major concern for scientists and policymakers."

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