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