harvesting (B2)
noun/verb
Pronunciation: /ˈhɑːrvɪstɪŋ/
Definition
The process of gathering mature crops or collecting resources for use.
Examples
The harvesting of grapes usually takes place in late September.
Modern technology has made the harvesting of corn significantly faster than it was a century ago.
They are currently harvesting data from thousands of users to improve the software's performance.
How to Use harvesting
- harvesting of (prepositional phrase)
- The act of collecting a specific type of resource or crop. — "The harvesting of timber is strictly regulated in this forest."
- harvesting data (collocation)
- Collecting information, often in large quantities. — "The company was accused of harvesting data without user consent."
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