Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
acre
noun
/ˈeɪ.kər/
Definition
A unit of area equal to 43,560 square feet, commonly used in the United States and the UK to measure large plots of land.
Examples
- The farmer owns 100 acres of wheat fields.
- They bought an acre of land to build their dream home.
- One acre can accommodate about 2000 apple trees.
Meaning
An acre is a measure of land area that is typically used to describe farms, fields, and large properties.
Synonyms
- plot
- parcel
- tract
- land