grazing
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈɡreɪzɪŋ/
KK: /ˈgreɪzɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of animals feeding on grass or other vegetation in a field or pasture.
Example
The cows were grazing peacefully in the meadow.
Conversation
Have you seen the new farm they opened just outside of town?
Yeah, I heard they have a lot of land for grazing cattle.
It would be nice to visit and see the animals up close.
Absolutely! I love seeing them grazing in the fields.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
pasture
forage
feed
Antonyms
famine
starvation
dearth
verb
Definition
To feed on growing grass or other vegetation, typically by animals.
Example
The cows are grazing in the field.
Tense Forms
Past: grazed
Past Participle: grazed
Conversation
I saw some cows grazing in the field today.
That sounds so peaceful! I love watching them.
Yeah, it’s nice to see animals grazing so freely.
Root Explanation
Grazing → The word originates from Old French 'grazer', meaning to feed on grass. It describes the act of animals feeding on grass or other vegetation.
Memory Tip
Imagine animals 'feeding on grass' — that's what grazing means.
Visually Confused Words
gazing
graving
grating
graping
grading
glazing
grain
ungazing