Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crofter

Noun

/ˈkrɒf.tər/

Definition

A person who farms a small piece of land rented from a landowner, often in Scotland.

Examples

Many crofters in Scotland rely on traditional farming methods to sustain their families.
The crofter was proud of the vegetables he harvested from his small plot.
Each crofter in the village had a unique way of managing their land and livestock.

Meaning

A crofter is typically associated with rural living and agricultural practices on a small scale, focusing on subsistence farming and self-sufficiency.