Fallow: meaning, definitions and examples

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fallow

 

[ หˆfรฆl.oสŠ ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

agriculture

Fallow refers to land that has been plowed and tilled but left unseeded during a growing season. This practice allows the soil to regain its fertility while preventing the depletion of nutrients. Farmers often use fallow periods to break pest cycles and improve soil health. It's a vital component of sustainable agriculture, promoting biodiversity and soil management.

Synonyms

barren, uncropped, unplanted

Examples of usage

  • The farmers left the fields fallow for a year to restore nutrients.
  • We should consider a fallow season to enhance our crop yield in the future.
  • Fallow land can help in promoting biodiversity in agricultural settings.
Context #2 | Noun

agriculture

Fallow is a period during which agricultural land is not actively cultivated. It serves as a way to improve soil fertility by allowing it to rest. The duration of fallow can vary, depending on the practices of the particular farmer and the needs of the land. Utilizing fallow periods can help in fighting soil erosion and enhancing ecosystem functions.

Synonyms

break, idleness, rest

Examples of usage

  • The crop rotation plan included a fallow after every two seasons.
  • After years of cultivation, the farmer decided to use the land for fallow.
  • A three-year fallow can significantly replenish the soil's nutrients.

Translations

Translations of the word "fallow" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น inculto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เคพเคฒเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช brach

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ terbiarkan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะฑั€ะพัˆะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nieuลผywany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ”พๆฃ„ใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท en jachรจre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ abandonado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท terkedilmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฒ„๋ ค์ง„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู‡ุฌูˆุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pustรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ opustenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่’ๅบŸ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zapuลกฤen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รณnotaรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะพะทา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ˜แƒขแƒแƒ•แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™rk edilmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ abandonado

Etymology

The word 'fallow' originates from the Old English term 'falu,' which means 'devoid of production' or 'unseeded.' The roots can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word '*falwaz,' suggesting similar meanings among various Germanic languages. The concept of fallow land has been an integral aspect of agriculture for centuries, representing the ancient practice of allowing land to rest and recover. This practice aligns with early agricultural societies that recognized the importance of soil health and fertility. Over time, 'fallow' has evolved linguistically but has retained its core significance in sustainable farming and crop rotation strategies. Its usage in modern agriculture continues to emphasize the balance between cultivation and restoration of land resources.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,143, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.