Ricing: meaning, definitions and examples

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ricing

 

[ ˈraɪsɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

agriculture industry

Ricing refers to the process of harvesting rice, where the mature plant is cut, typically using specialized tools. This technique requires careful timing to ensure the grains are at peak ripeness for optimal yield.

Synonyms

gathering, harvesting.

Examples of usage

  • Farmers are ricing their fields in preparation for the harvest.
  • The traditional method of ricing involves cutting the stalks by hand.
  • Ricing season brings communities together to celebrate the bounty of the crops.

Translations

Translations of the word "ricing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 preço

🇮🇳 मूल्य निर्धारण

🇩🇪 Preisgestaltung

🇮🇩 penetapan harga

🇺🇦 цінова політика

🇵🇱 ustalanie cen

🇯🇵 価格設定

🇫🇷 tarification

🇪🇸 fijación de precios

🇹🇷 fiyatlandırma

🇰🇷 가격 책정

🇸🇦 تسعير

🇨🇿 cenotvorba

🇸🇰 cenotvorba

🇨🇳 定价

🇸🇮 cene

🇮🇸 verðlagning

🇰🇿 баға белгілеу

🇬🇪 ფასების განსაზღვრა

🇦🇿 qiymət tənzimlənməsi

🇲🇽 fijación de precios

Etymology

The term 'ricing' is derived from the noun 'rice', which has its origins in Middle English 'ris', borrowed from Old French 'ris', which in turn comes from Latin 'oryza'. This etymology traces back further to ancient Greek 'ὀρύζα' (oryza) and ancient Sanskrit 'व्रीहि' (vṛhī), highlighting the rich agricultural history of rice cultivation across various cultures. The concept of ricing as a verb reflects the inherent cultural significance of rice as a staple food source in many parts of the world, especially in Asia. Over time, this term has evolved to specifically denote the act of harvesting rice, essential for food production and economic sustainability in rice-growing regions.