Terracing: meaning, definitions and examples

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terracing

 

[ หˆtษ›rษ™sษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

land development

Terracing refers to the practice of creating flat areas on a slope for agricultural or landscaping purposes. This technique helps reduce soil erosion and allows for better water retention, making it ideal for farming in hilly areas. The design of terraces varies widely depending on the environment and the crops being cultivated. It has been used historically in various cultures around the world, particularly in mountainous regions.

Synonyms

benching, leveling, platforming

Examples of usage

  • The farmers implemented terracing to combat soil erosion.
  • Terracing allowed them to maximize their crop yield on steep hillsides.
  • Traditional terracing can still be seen in the Inca ruins.
  • The government promotes terracing for sustainable agriculture.

Translations

Translations of the word "terracing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น terraรงo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธ terrace

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Terrassierung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ teras

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะตั€ะฐััƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tarasowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ†ใƒฉใ‚นไฝœใ‚Š

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท terrassage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ terrazado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท teraslama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ…Œ๋ผ์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุดุทูŠุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ terasovรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ terasovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆขฏ็”ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ terasiranje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ verรถnd

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะตั€ะฐัะฐะปะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ”แƒ แƒแƒกแƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ teraslama

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ terrazado

Etymology

The term 'terracing' comes from the Latin word 'terra', meaning 'earth' or 'land'. The practice dates back to ancient civilizations, notably the Incas, who built extensive terrace systems in the Andes to farm in mountainous terrain. As agriculture evolved, terracing techniques spread to other regions, adapting to local needs and conditions. In modern times, terracing is recognized not just for agricultural productivity but also for its environmental benefits, such as controlling water runoff and preserving soil health. The concept has intertwined with sustainable farming practices, illustrating the importance of maintaining ecological balance while increasing agricultural efficiency.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,596, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.