Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ejido

Noun
/eˈxidoʊ/
Definition
A piece of land held in common by a community, primarily in Mexico, where local members can use the land for farming and grazing.
Examples
  • The ejido system allows farmers to work land collectively, fostering community cooperation.
  • In many ejidos, families share the responsibilities of farming and maintaining the land.
  • The local government supports the ejido by providing resources for sustainable agriculture.
Meaning
Ejido refers to communal land ownership in Mexico, enabling local residents to cultivate the land and share benefits from its use.
Synonyms
  • communal land
  • collective farm
  • community land