Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

terracing

noun

/ˈtɛrəsɪŋ/

Definition

Terracing is the process of creating flat areas on a slope to grow crops or prevent soil erosion.

Examples

Farmers use terracing to maximize arable land in steep regions.
The beautiful terracing on the hillsides made the landscape spectacular.
Many ancient civilizations utilized terracing to sustain their crops on uneven ground.

Meaning

Terracing refers to the agricultural practice of shaping the landscape into a series of stepped levels, which helps in effective farming on hilly terrain and reduces water runoff.