Herbage: meaning, definitions and examples

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herbage

 

[ ˈhɜːrbɪdʒ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

plant life

Herbage refers to the vegetation, particularly grass and other plants, suitable for pasture or grazing by livestock. It is typically associated with the wild growth of plants in a specific area and is significant in agriculture and ecology.

Synonyms

grass, pasture, vegetation

Examples of usage

  • The herbage in the valley provides excellent grazing for sheep.
  • Farmers often measure the quality of herbage to ensure healthy livestock.
  • Wild herbage can support a diverse array of wildlife.

Translations

Translations of the word "herbage" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vegetação

🇮🇳 घास

🇩🇪 Gras

🇮🇩 rumput

🇺🇦 трави

🇵🇱 zielonka

🇯🇵 

🇫🇷 herbe

🇪🇸 hierba

🇹🇷 ot

🇰🇷 

🇸🇦 نباتات

🇨🇿 bylina

🇸🇰 bylina

🇨🇳 

🇸🇮 trava

🇮🇸 grasi

🇰🇿 шөп

🇬🇪 ბალახი

🇦🇿 ot

🇲🇽 hierba

Etymology

The word 'herbage' originates from the Middle English term 'herbage', which itself derived from the Old French 'herbage', meaning 'grass' or 'herb'. The root of this term can be traced back to the Latin word 'herba', which translates to 'grass' or 'herb'. Throughout history, herbage has played a crucial role in agriculture, particularly in relation to sustainable livestock farming and the management of natural ecosystems. The importance of herbage in both traditional and modern farming practices has solidified its significance in agriculture, contributing to the broader understanding of plant ecology and environmental science.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,612, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.