Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
feed-up
Noun
/ˈfiːd ʌp/
Definition
A period of excessive or overly generous feeding, especially in the context of livestock preparation for market.
Examples
- The farm conducted a feed-up to prepare the cattle for the upcoming livestock auction.
- During the feed-up, the goats received extra hay and grain to boost their size.
Meaning
The process or period during which animals are fed in a manner that maximizes their weight gain before sale.
Synonyms
- Fatting
- Fattening
- Storing
