Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
granger movement
noun
/ˈɡreɪn.dʒər ˌmuːv.mənt/
Definition
A coalition of United States teachers, farmers, and agricultural workers in the late 19th century.
Examples
- The Granger Movement was pivotal in the fight against railroads overcharging farmers.
- Through the Granger Movement, many farmers organized to promote cooperative farming.
Meaning
The Granger Movement was primarily aimed at improving the economic conditions of farmers and advocating for agricultural education.
Synonyms
- Agricultural reform movement
- Farmers’ movement
