acreage

noun

acre·​age ˈā-k(ə-)rij 

: area in acres : acres

Examples of acreage in a Sentence

A large portion of the park's acreage is forest.

Recent Examples on the Web

The precedent establishes that recreational land can be converted to another use simply because the city can maintain an overall recreational acreage somewhere else. — Noah Daly, Idaho Statesman, 17 Sep. 2026

With its unmatched views, pristine acreage, and sprawling creative spaces, the estate is a masterpiece awaiting its next collector. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2026

However, the district reasoned that Santa Fe’s site would be able to deliver a safer and more modern building due to the property’s acreage and access points. — Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026

Of those who are buying, international buyers are acquiring brand-new condominium apartments while domestic purchasers are after single-family houses, acreage and resort-style properties. — Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

acre + -age

First Known Use

circa 1784, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

acreage

noun

acre·​age ˈā-k(ə-)rij 

: area in acres