farm
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /fɑːrm/
KK: /fɑrm/
intransitive verb
Definition
To work on a farm or engage in the activity of growing crops or raising animals.
Example
They decided to farm in the countryside to live a simpler life.
Tense Forms
Past: farmed
Past Participle: farmed
Conversation
Have you ever thought about how nice it would be to farm?
Actually, I have! It seems really peaceful and rewarding.
Yeah, I imagine spending time outdoors while you farm would be great.
Definitely! Plus, you get to enjoy fresh produce right from your own land.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cultivate
till
plant
Antonyms
neglect
abandon
ignore
noun
Definition
A piece of land used for growing crops or raising animals for food and other products.
Example
The farmer works hard on his farm to grow vegetables and raise chickens.
Conversation
Have you ever visited a farm before?
Yeah, I went to one last summer, and it was amazing!
That sounds fun! Did you get to see any animals on the farm?
transitive verb
Definition
To cultivate land or produce crops on it, or to manage a business for profit.
Example
They decided to farm the land to grow vegetables for the market.
Tense Forms
Past: farmed
Past Participle: farmed
Conversation
Did you hear about the new guy who wants to farm that big piece of land?
Yeah, I heard he has some great ideas for it!
I wonder if he's going to farm it organically or use chemicals.
Root Explanation
The word 'farm' originates from the Old French 'ferme' (meaning a lease or rent) and is derived from the Latin 'firmare' (meaning to make firm or establish). The term originally referred to a lease of land for agricultural purposes, thus evolving into the modern meaning of a place where crops and animals are cultivated.
Memory Tip
Think of 'making firm' ('firmare') as establishing a place to grow food — that's why a farm is where agriculture happens.
Visually Confused Words
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