1. plural of defloration; the act of stripping or destroying the beauty, purity, or integrity of something
Usage: formal or literary; often used metaphorically
2. plural of defloration; the destruction or damage of natural landscapes or environments
Usage: environmental context

Examples

• The deflorations of the ancient forest by industrial development sparked widespread environmental protests.
• Critics condemned the deflorations of historical monuments during the urban renovation project.
• The novel explores the deflorations of innocence in a corrupt society.
• Environmental groups documented the deflorations of coastal ecosystems caused by pollution.
• The artist's work addresses the deflorations of natural beauty in modern cities.