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shelterbelt [′shel·tər‚belt] (ecology) A natural or planned barrier of trees or shrubs to reduce erosion and provide shelter from wind and storm activity. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Even his descriptions of less dramatic features of the Great Plains environment--such as shelterbelts (rows of trees meant to shield crops from the wind) or underground aquifers--create vibrant images for the reader. One of his win-win suggestions is to plant shelterbelts wherever possible. For example, a shelterbelt of trees was planted to help shield facilities from strong winter winds, which may result in energy savings and disperse odors. |
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