Definition

Relating to the seasonal movement of people and their livestock between fixed summer and winter pastures.

Example

The transhumant herders moved their flocks to higher pastures in the summer.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you ever heard about the transhumant lifestyle of some herders?

Yeah, I think it’s fascinating how they move with the seasons.

Right? I love how they keep that ancient tradition alive.

It really shows how adaptable humans can be in different environments.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transhumant → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "humare" (meaning to ground or to be on the ground). The word describes the practice of moving livestock from one grazing ground to another across different terrains.

Memory Tip

Think of moving animals 'across' ('trans-') different 'grounds' ('humare') for grazing — that's what transhumant means.

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