Meaning & Definition of word "Pasture"

noun:

• 1. Land covered with grass and other low plants suitable for grazing animals, especially cattle or sheep.
  • Example: The cows were grazing peacefully in the lush green pasture.
• 2. An area used for grazing livestock.
  • Example: Farmers often rotate their herds between different pastures to prevent overgrazing.
• 3. A piece of land that is typically not cultivated but instead used for feeding animals.
  • Example: The pasture was full of wildflowers, providing a beautiful backdrop for the sheep.

verb:

• 1. To feed or graze livestock in a specific area.
  • Example: The shepherd will pasture the sheep on the northern slopes during the summer.