Agriculturists: meaning, definitions and examples
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agriculturists
[ ˌaɡrɪˈkʌltʃərɪsts ]
profession
Agriculturists are individuals who engage in the science or practice of farming, including the cultivation of the soil, planting of crops, and raising of livestock.
Synonyms
agronomists, farmers, ranchers.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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agriculturists |
This term is often used in a more formal or academic context to describe people who study or practice the science of cultivating soil, growing crops, and raising animals. It encompasses a broad range of activities related to agriculture.
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farmers |
This is a common and broad term describing people who operate farms to grow crops and/or raise livestock. It is a general term and can be used in everyday language.
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agronomists |
Use this term to refer to specialists in the science of soil management and crop production. They are often involved in research and advisory roles, helping farmers optimize their agricultural practices.
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ranchers |
This term specifically refers to people who own or manage large farms, especially in the US, where the primary focus is on raising livestock such as cattle or sheep. It often implies the extensive use of land for grazing.
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Examples of usage
- The agriculturists were busy preparing the fields for the upcoming planting season.
- Many agriculturists are implementing sustainable farming practices to protect the environment.
Translations
Translations of the word "agriculturists" in other languages:
🇵🇹 agricultores
🇮🇳 कृषि विशेषज्ञ
🇩🇪 Landwirte
🇮🇩 petani
🇺🇦 агрономи
🇵🇱 rolnicy
🇯🇵 農業者
🇫🇷 agriculteurs
🇪🇸 agricultores
🇹🇷 tarımcılar
🇰🇷 농업인
🇸🇦 مزارعون
🇨🇿 zemědělci
🇸🇰 poľnohospodári
🇨🇳 农业工作者
🇸🇮 kmetje
🇮🇸 bændur
🇰🇿 агрономдар
🇬🇪 აგრონომები
🇦🇿 kənd təsərrüfatı mütəxəssisləri
🇲🇽 agricultores
Etymology
The term 'agriculturists' originated from the Latin word 'agricultura', which means 'cultivation of the land'. The profession of agriculture has been essential to human civilization for thousands of years, providing food and resources for communities. Agriculturists play a crucial role in ensuring food security and sustainable practices for the future.
See also: agricultural, agriculturalist.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #18,125, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 18122 scorned
- 18123 omnipotent
- 18124 pew
- 18125 agriculturists
- 18126 reformatory
- 18127 substation
- 18128 duo
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