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husbandry

noun

ˈhəz-bən-drē How to pronounce husbandry (audio)
Definition of husbandrynext
1
as in economy
careful management of material resources in accordance with his practice of good husbandry, he never buys anything on credit

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2
as in farming
the science or occupation of cultivating the soil, producing crops, and raising livestock a family of winemakers whose tradition of vineyard husbandry goes back several generations

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Recent Examples of husbandry The Riverside County Department of Animal Services had been aware of the property owner’s intent to maintain an animal sanctuary for the birds, but recent investigations revealed overcrowding and what officials described as improper husbandry. — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2026 Reindeer husbandry has been an important part of Scandinavian culture for many decades, especially for the Sami Indigenous people in the far north of the country. — ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026 In Bulgaria, village music was typically sung by peasants while tending to agriculture and husbandry; at weddings; and to express national pride. — Emma Madden, Pitchfork, 21 Dec. 2025 The freezing rain then traps lichen under a thick layer of ice where hungry reindeer can’t reach the food, according to Anna Skarin, a reindeer husbandry expert and Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences professor. — Jason Ma, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for husbandry
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  1. economy
  2. farming
  3. saving
  4. agriculture
  5. frugality
  6. cultivation
  7. thrift
Noun
  • Russian attacks on cargo vessels have severely disrupted Kyiv's exports, hurting its economy and threatening global supplies.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Since the turn of the century, car makers have been among the crown jewels of the German economy, punching above their weight in terms of investment and innovation.
    — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of economy
Noun
  • But now, farming harvest season has picked up in full swing in September and the agricultural sector is suffering from the weight of record diesel costs.
    — Jordan Blum, Fortune, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Experts say that farming practices, not size, are what is significant for food safety.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of farming
Noun
  • As your financial situation evolves, so, too, should your saving habits.
    — Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 7 Sep. 2026
  • But many specialists argue that permanent standard time, not permanent daylight saving time, would be the healthier option.
    — Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of saving
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  • In this hilltop beyond the realm of agriculture, the hermit has installed himself, wearing goatskins and stinking of musk.
    — Max Norman, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Interviewees had worked in construction, health care, manufacturing, hospitality, logistics, retail or agriculture.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of agriculture
Noun
  • In real life, Andrew’s frugality drove a wedge between him and his daughters.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
  • His frugality has been well-documented, and his refusal to treat Blazers operations like an NBA team rather than an NHL one is concerning.
    — Zach Harper, New York Times, 17 July 2026
Definition of frugality
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  • The land that is now called Longwood Gardens has a rich history with many stewards, but the cultivation of the gardens themselves is largely attributed to American entrepreneur and businessman Pierre du Pont, who purchased the property in 1906.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Organizers said the session will dive into cotton cultivation, including the stresses currently facing the crop and its growers and the innovations that are making the practice smarter and more sustainable.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of cultivation
Noun
  • At the time, resale brought to mind old, dusty clothes in the back of a closet and rummaging through thrift store racks just to put on someone else’s shoes.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026
  • According to Dietz, the rehabilitation center is funded entirely through thrift store revenue, making community support especially important.
    — Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of thrift

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“Husbandry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/husbandry. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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