Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
foraging
noun
ˈfɔː.rɪ.dʒɪŋ
Definition
The act of searching for and gathering food from the natural environment.
Examples
- The children enjoyed foraging for berries in the summer.
- Foraging can provide a sustainable way to find fresh ingredients.
- Many people have taken up foraging as a hobby to connect with nature.
Meaning
Foraging refers to the practice of looking for and collecting wild food sources, such as plants, fruits, nuts, and sometimes animals, typically in a natural habitat.
Synonyms
- gathering
- hunting
- scavenging
- collecting
