Definition

A small hill or a piece of land where a house and its buildings are located.

Example

The old cottage was built on a toft surrounded by trees.

Conversation

Have you seen that little toft near the river?

Yeah, I think it's pretty charming with all the greenery around it.

I wonder if anyone lives there or if it's just abandoned.

I heard it's been a family homestead for generations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'toft' originates from Old Norse 'toft', meaning a homestead or a site for a building. It refers specifically to a piece of land where a house once stood or where a building is to be constructed.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'homestead' or a 'site for a building' when you hear 'toft', as it directly relates to a place where a house is or was.

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