Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fatting
Noun
/ˈfætnɪŋ/
Definition
The act of making something, usually livestock, gain weight for various purposes, including for sale or consumption.
Examples
- The farmer is fatting the cattle in preparation for the market.
- Fatting livestock can significantly improve their selling price.
- During the summer, the sheep are fatting on the rich grasslands.
Meaning
Fatting refers to the practice of feeding animals a high-calorie diet to increase their body mass, thereby enhancing their market value or productivity.
Synonyms
- Grazing
- Fattening
- Feeding
- Rounding out
