Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dirt-farm

noun

/dɜːrt fɑːrm/

Definition

A dirt-farm is a term that typically refers to a farm where crops are grown in less than ideal conditions, often characterized by poor soil quality, lack of resources, or minimal investment.

Examples

The small dirt-farm struggled to produce enough crops to sustain the family.
Despite the challenges of being a dirt-farm, the community came together to help each other thrive.

Meaning

The term emphasizes the challenges faced by farmers working on land that does not have fertile soil, indicating hard work and perseverance in agriculture.