farmland

noun

farm·​land ˈfärm-ˌland How to pronounce farmland (audio)
Synonyms of farmlandnext
: land used or suitable for farming

Examples of farmland in a Sentence

50 acres of rich farmland
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The route cuts across rolling farmland, oak woods and medieval hamlets, passing vineyards, monasteries and stone bridges along the way. Laura May Todd, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2025 His broader interests also include farmland, scientific research, and public policy. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 19 Dec. 2025 The houses were clustered in the center of the village along a dirt street and surrounded by farmland. Bobbi Sutherland, The Conversation, 19 Dec. 2025 This little patch of forest and farmland off the coast of Washington State is one of the best places in the world to encounter them. Kelso Harper, Scientific American, 16 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for farmland

Word History

First Known Use

1638, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of farmland was in 1638

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“Farmland.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/farmland. Accessed 29 Dec. 2025.

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farmland

noun
farm·​land ˈfärm-ˌland How to pronounce farmland (audio)
: land used or suitable for farming

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