harvesting
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈhɑːrvɪstɪŋ/
KK: /ˈhɑrvɪstɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The process of collecting crops or plants that are ready to be gathered.
Example
The farmers are busy with the harvesting of their wheat this season.
Conversation
Have you ever tried harvesting vegetables from a garden?
No, but it sounds like a fun experience!
It really is rewarding, especially when you get to eat what you’ve grown after harvesting.
I bet! I would love to taste fresh tomatoes right off the vine.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
gathering
collection
reaping
Antonyms
sowing
planting
dispersal
verb
Definition
The action of gathering crops or other products from the land.
Example
Farmers are busy harvesting the wheat this season.
Tense Forms
Past: harvested
Past Participle: harvested
Conversation
Have you seen the fields? They are ready for harvesting soon.
Yeah, I noticed that! It looks like a good yield this year.
I can't wait to help with the harvesting this weekend.
Root Explanation
Harvesting → It is formed from "harvest" (from Old English *hærfest*, meaning autumn or the season of gathering) and "-ing" (a suffix used to indicate the action or process of). The word "harvesting" refers to the action of gathering crops or produce during the season of harvest.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word for autumn, 'hærfest', which reminds you that harvesting is the action of gathering crops during that season.
Visually Confused Words
arresting
vesting
resting