Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
annage
Noun
ˈanəj
Definition
The quantity of food or drink given to animals, especially livestock, to sustain them and ensure their health in agricultural contexts.
Examples
- The innage of the cattle was carefully measured to maintain their health.
- Farmers often kept records of the innage supplied to the animals each season.
- Not providing adequate innage can lead to poor growth rates in livestock.
Meaning
An age-old practice defining the amount of nourishment provided for various domestic animals, creating a baseline for their growth and productivity.
Synonyms
- Feed
- Nourishment
- Fodder
- Provision
