CEFR C1

pastoralism

noun

Meaning

A way of life where people raise livestock, typically sheep or cattle, and move with them to find fresh pasture, often in rural or mountainous areas.

Examples

Pastoralism has been practiced in many parts of the world for thousands of years.
The economy of the region is heavily dependent on pastoralism.

Synonyms: ranching, herding, shepherding, nomadism

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pastoralism (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpæstərəlɪzəm/

Definition

A way of life where people raise livestock, typically sheep or cattle, and move with them to find fresh pasture, often in rural or mountainous areas.

Examples

Pastoralism has been practiced in many parts of the world for thousands of years.
The economy of the region is heavily dependent on pastoralism.
Nomadic pastoralism involves moving herds seasonally to find grazing land.

How to Use pastoralism

pastoralism and (collocation): Used to link pastoralism with other related concepts or activities. — "Pastoralism and agriculture are often intertwined in rural economies."
based on pastoralism (prepositional phrase): Indicates that a lifestyle, economy, or culture is founded upon the practice of pastoralism. — "Their economy is based on pastoralism and small-scale trade."

Synonyms of pastoralism

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Antonyms of pastoralism

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