Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pasturage
noun
/ˈpæs.tʃər.ɪdʒ/
Definition
Pasturage refers to land covered with grass and other low plants suitable for grazing animals, particularly livestock.
Examples
- The farmer moved his cattle to a new pasturage where the grass was abundant.
- She always looked forward to taking the horses to the pasturage during the summer months.
- Pasturage is essential for maintaining the health of grazing animals.
Meaning
It is often used in the context of farming and agriculture to describe the areas where animals feed on grass and herbs.
Synonyms
- Grazing
- Forage
- Pasture
