Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
peasant
Noun
/ˈpɛzənt/
Definition
A peasant is a low-ranking farmer or agricultural worker, typically working on rented land.
Examples
- The peasant toiled in the fields from sunrise to sunset.
- In the past, many peasants lived under feudal systems.
- The novel depicted the struggles of a peasant family during harvest season.
Meaning
The term often refers to a rural laborer who is engaged in farming, especially in historical contexts or in developing countries.
Synonyms
- Farmhand
- Laborer
- Worker
- Agrarian
