Meaning & Definition of word "Grazing"

Grazing

/ˈɡreɪ.zɪŋ/

1. The act of animals feeding on grass or other vegetation.
- Example: The grazing of sheep on the hillside kept the grass well trimmed.
2. Land covered with grass and other low plants suitable for grazing animals.
- Example: The ranch has large areas of grazing that support a diverse range of wildlife.
3. The act of eating small amounts of food throughout the day instead of having three large meals.
- Example: She prefers grazing on snacks rather than eating full meals.

1. To feed on growing grass or other vegetation.
- Example: The cattle were grazing peacefully in the pasture.
2. To eat small amounts of food throughout the day.
- Example: He enjoys grazing on fruits and nuts instead of having a big lunch.

Middle English 'grasen', originally from Old French 'gresser', from 'gres' meaning grass.

grazing rights:

Legal rights to allow livestock to feed on land.

grazing fee:

A charge for allowing livestock to graze on land.

grazing land:

Land that is used for the purpose of feeding livestock.

pasture:

Land covered with grass and other low plants suitable for grazing animals.

forage:

To search widely for food or provisions.

browsing:

Feeding on twigs and small branches of trees or shrubs.

Meaning: Casually snacking or eating small amounts.

Example Sentence: I'm just grazing at the party, not really having a full meal.

Meaning: To eat repeatedly in small portions.

Example Sentence: She prefers grazing rather than having a full sit-down dinner.