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    Bocage (en. Grove)

    /bo.kaj/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A rural region composed of fields surrounded by hedges.
    The Norman bocage is recognized for its beauty and biodiversity.
    Le bocage normand est reconnu pour sa beauté et sa biodiversité.
    A system of delineating agricultural plots by hedges.
    Farmers in the bocage often use traditional techniques.
    Les agriculteurs dans le bocage utilisent souvent des techniques traditionnelles.
    An agricultural environment where hedges are predominant.
    The bocage provides a refuge for many animal species.
    Le bocage offre un refuge à de nombreuses espèces animales.

    Etymology

    The term 'bocage' derives from the Old French 'bocage', meaning 'brush' or 'bush'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Norman bocage
    Refers to the bocage specific to Normandy.
    bocage normand
    bocage system
    A term used to refer to traditional bocage farming.
    système bocager
    bocage ecosystem
    A rich ecosystem linked to the presence of hedges.
    écosystème bocager
    preservation of the bocage
    Efforts to preserve these unique landscapes.
    préservation du bocage
    bocage and biodiversity
    Relationship between the bocage and species diversity.
    bocage et biodiversité

    Related Words

    hedge
    A row of trees or shrubs that serves as a barrier.
    haie
    meadow
    A field or expanse of grasses.
    prairie
    agriculture
    The science or practice of cultivating fields and raising livestock.
    agriculture

    Slang Meanings

    When talking about a countryside place.
    This spot is truly a bocage, perfect for a picnic.
    Ce coin est vraiment un bocage, parfait pour un pique-nique.
    Used to refer to a quiet and rural area.
    Away from the hustle, it's a little bocage.
    Loin de l'agitation, c'est un petit bocage.