Definition

To feed on grass or other vegetation in a field or area designated for grazing.

Example

The cows pasture in the green fields during the summer months.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see the cows pasture near the river?

Yeah, they looked so content just grazing there.

I love watching them pasture peacefully.

It’s so relaxing to see nature like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

An area of land covered with grass and other plants, where animals can graze and feed.

Example

The cows were happily grazing in the lush green pasture.

Conversation

Did you see the new pasture they created for the cows?

Yeah, it looks so green and healthy!

I wonder how much grass they have to grow in that pasture for all the animals.

Definition

To allow animals to graze on land or vegetation.

Example

Farmers often pasture their sheep in the green fields during the summer.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the farmer pastures his cattle every morning?

Yeah, it's fascinating to watch them graze so peacefully.

I wonder how much land he actually needs to pasture all those cows.

Root Explanation

Pasture → It originates from Old French *pasture* (meaning food for animals, especially grass) and is derived from Latin *pastura* (meaning grazing or feeding). The word refers to land covered with grass or other low plants suitable for grazing animals.

Memory Tip

Imagine a place where animals graze on grass — that's what 'pasture' means, coming from the idea of providing food for them.

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