Definition

Related to economic activities that do not involve farming or agriculture.

Example

The report highlighted the growth in nonfarm employment over the past year.

Conversation

Did you see the latest report on nonfarm jobs in our area?

Yeah, the growth is really impressive this quarter!

I wonder how it will affect the overall economy, though.

Definitely, it shows the strength of sectors outside of agriculture.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonfarm → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "farm" (from Old English "ferma", meaning a piece of land for cultivation). The word "nonfarm" refers to activities or businesses that are not related to farming or agriculture.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') related to 'farming' — that's why nonfarm means not related to farming.

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