Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
homesteader
noun
/ˈhoʊmˌstɛdər/
Definition
A person who settles on and farms land granted by the government through a homesteading program.
Examples
- Many homesteaders have found great joy in cultivating their own vegetables and raising animals on their land.
- The government offered land to homesteaders in exchange for settlement and development.
- Being a homesteader requires hard work but can be incredibly rewarding.
Meaning
Homesteaders typically build a home, cultivate crops, and raise livestock on the land they claim, often establishing a self-sustaining way of life.
Synonyms
- Settler
- Pioneer
- Landowner
