What does "moorburn" mean?

The controlled burning of moorland vegetation to encourage new growth (either heather or grassland) for the management of moorland game and wildlife or for improving the grazing potential.

What is a synonym for "moorburn"?

Common synonyms include: moorburning.

Moorburn

noun

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Noun

1
The controlled burning of moorland vegetation to encourage new growth (either heather or grassland) for the management of moorland game and wildlife or for improving the grazing potential.

Synonyms

All synonyms

moorburning

Etymology

From moor + burn.

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