depopulation
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A significant decrease in the number of people living in a particular area.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "_____ left many former mining towns with boarded-up shops and empty streets."
Answer: depopulation
In your own words, what does "depopulation" mean?
A significant decrease in the number of people living in a particular area.
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