Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
husbandry
noun
/ˈhʌzbəndri/
Definition
The management and care of farm animals and crops.
Examples
- Good husbandry practices lead to higher crop yields.
- He studied animal husbandry at the university.
- Traditional husbandry methods are often more sustainable.
Meaning
Husbandry refers to the practices related to agriculture, including the breeding and rearing of livestock and the cultivation of plants.
Synonyms
- agriculture
- farming
- cultivation
- livestock management
