farming

noun

farm·​ing ˈfär-miŋ How to pronounce farming (audio)
Synonyms of farmingnext
: the practice of agriculture or aquaculture

Examples of farming in a Sentence

since an ancestor settled there in the 19th century, farming has been the only occupation for six generations of the family
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Inspired by Michael Pollan’s books, Angus stepped out of his London stockbroker brogues and into the role of charismatic, barefoot ‘Farmer Angus’; a passionate espouser of biodynamic farming principles, destined to become a household name. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026 Synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and mechanized farming shifted agriculture from a patchwork of diversified farms to large, monoculture landscapes. Literary Hub, 27 May 2026 The hydroponic system is in conjunction with Levo International, a farming initiative that operates in north Hartford. Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 27 May 2026 However, the policy has also faced criticism from some farming groups and policymakers concerned about potential impacts on land use and rural livelihoods. Radina Gigova, CNN Money, 27 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for farming

Word History

First Known Use

1642, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of farming was in 1642

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“Farming.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/farming. Accessed 29 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

farming

noun
farm·​ing
ˈfär-miŋ
: the occupation or business of a person who farms

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