noun
- a barrier of trees or shrubs planted to protect an area from wind, erosion, or weather
Usage: agriculture; forestry
Examples
- The farmer planted a shelterbelt of pine trees along the north side of his property.
- Shelterbelts help reduce soil erosion on the Great Plains.
- The shelterbelt protected the crops from harsh winter winds.
- Many prairie farms rely on shelterbelts to shield their buildings.
- The government program encouraged farmers to establish shelterbelts.
- A well-designed shelterbelt can reduce wind speed by up to 50 percent.