Farmyard: meaning, definitions and examples

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farmyard

 

[ ˈfɑːrmjɑːrd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

agricultural setting

A farmyard is an area surrounding a farm building, often used for housing livestock and storing farm equipment. It typically includes barns, stables, and open space where animals can roam or be housed. The farmyard is essential for the daily operations of a farm, providing space for feeding, caring for animals, and carrying out agricultural activities. In some cases, it may also serve as a place for family gatherings or events related to farm life.

Synonyms

animal enclosure, barnyard, stable yard.

Examples of usage

  • The chickens were roaming freely in the farmyard.
  • We spent the afternoon cleaning up the farmyard.
  • The children played games in the farmyard.
  • The farmyard was bustling with activity.
  • She loves taking photographs of the cute animals in the farmyard.

Translations

Translations of the word "farmyard" in other languages:

🇵🇹 corte

🇮🇳 गोशाला

🇩🇪 Bauernhof

🇮🇩 halaman peternakan

🇺🇦 дворик

🇵🇱 podwórze

🇯🇵 農場の庭

🇫🇷 cour de ferme

🇪🇸 patio de la granja

🇹🇷 çiftlik avlusu

🇰🇷 농장 마당

🇸🇦 فناء المزرعة

🇨🇿 dvůr

🇸🇰 dvor

🇨🇳 农场院子

🇸🇮 dvorišče

🇮🇸 bóndagardur

🇰🇿 ферма аула

🇬🇪 ფერმის ეზო

🇦🇿 ferma həyəti

🇲🇽 patio de la granja

Etymology

The term 'farmyard' originates from the combination of two Old English words: 'ferma' meaning 'a farm' and 'geard' meaning 'enclosure' or 'yard'. This term was used in early agrarian societies to describe the enclosed spaces around farm buildings. The concept of a farmyard has evolved over the centuries, but its essence remains centered around the hosting of farm animals and agricultural activities. The word gained prominence during the rise of agriculture in medieval Europe when farms began to develop into organized entities with designated areas for livestock. With the expansion of farming practices, the term 'farmyard' became associated with the livelihood of rural communities, reflecting the relationship between farmers and their land.