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B2 Level Wordlist - Farming

Here you will learn some English words about farming, such as "cornfield", "plantation", "crop", etc. prepared for B2 learners.

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cornfield
cornfield
[noun]

a farming land in which corn is planted

Ex: The cornfield stretched for acres under the summer sun.Ā 
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plantation

a large piece of land used for growing sugar cane, coffee, tea, etc., particularly in a hot country

Ex: The plantation produced large quantities of sugarcane for export.Ā 
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cowboy
cowboy
[noun]

(particularly in the western parts of the US) a male rider who looks after cattle

Ex: The cowboy rode across the plains, guiding the cattle to new pastures.Ā 
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crop
crop
[noun]

all the fruit, wheat, etc. harvested during a season

Ex: The farmer harvested a large crop of corn this year.Ā 
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groundwater

water that is held in soil, rocks, etc. under the ground

Ex: Many communities rely on groundwater for their drinking water supply.Ā 
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erosion
erosion
[noun]

the process by which soil and rock are gradually destroyed and removed by natural forces such as wind, water, and ice

Ex: The Grand Canyon was formed over millions of years through the erosion of the Colorado River cutting through the rock layers.Ā 
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pesticide
pesticide
[noun]

a type of chemical substance that is used for killing insects or small animals that damage food or crops

Ex: The farmer applied pesticide to protect his crops from harmful insects.Ā 
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agricultural
agricultural
[Adjective]

related to the practice or science of farming

Ex: Agricultural practices involve the growing of crops and raising of livestock for food production.Ā 
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edible
edible
[Adjective]

safe or suitable for consumption as food

Ex: Make sure the meat is cooked enough to be edible.Ā 
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fertile
fertile
[Adjective]

(of an animal, person, or plant) able to produce offspring, fruit, or seed

Ex: She learned that some plants are more fertile in certain climates.Ā 
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produce
produce
[noun]

products grown or made on a farm, such as fruits, vegetables, etc.

Ex: The grocery store had a wide selection of produce in the fresh section.Ā 
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barley
barley
[noun]

a single seed or grain of the cereal plant barley

Ex: He picked a barley from the sack and examined it closely.Ā 
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legume
legume
[noun]

any type of plant whose pods contain seeds, such as peas and beans

Ex: Chickpeas and lentils are common legumes used in vegetarian cooking.Ā 
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hay
hay
[noun]

cut and dried grass, for animals to feed on

Ex: The farmer stacked bales of hay in the barn for the winter.Ā 
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soy
soy
[noun]

a leguminous plant rich in protein, used for food, fodder, and protein replacement

Ex: Soy is a major source of plant-based protein.Ā 
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sugar cane

a type of tall tropical plant that sugar can be extracted from its stems

Ex: The farmers grow sugar cane in large fields to produce sugar.Ā 
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to dig
to dig
[Verb]

to remove earth or another substance using a tool, machine, or hands

Ex: The archaeologist used a shovel to dig for ancient artifacts.Ā 
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to harness

to secure and connect an animal to equipment like a plow, carriage, or sled for controlled movement or work

Ex: The farmer harnessed the horses to the plow to prepare the field for planting.Ā 
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to harvest

to catch fish or other animals for consumption

Ex: They harvest the fish from the lake each summer.Ā 
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to keep
to keep
[Verb]

to own and take care of animals

Ex: He keeps chickens in his backyard for fresh eggs.Ā 
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to load
to load
[Verb]

to fill or pack a space with the specified items

Ex: The cargo plane was loaded with relief supplies to be transported to the disaster-stricken area.Ā 
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to package

to pack something in order to sell or transport it

Ex: In preparation for the move, they needed to package the electronics securely.Ā 
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to pile
to pile
[Verb]

to lay things on top of each other

Ex: The librarian piled books on the table as she sorted them into different categories.Ā 
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to uproot
to uproot
[Verb]

to remove something, such as a plant or tree, by pulling it completely out of the ground

Ex: They uprooted the old tree to make space for a new playground.Ā 
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livestock
livestock
[noun]

animals that are kept on a farm, such as cows, pigs, or sheep

Ex: The farm had a variety of livestock, including cows, pigs, and sheep.Ā 
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boar
boar
[noun]

a domestic male pig that is typically used for breeding purposes

Ex: The farmer kept several boars in separate pens for breeding with the sows.Ā 
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calf
calf
[noun]

the young offspring of a cow or bull, typically less than one year old

Ex: After weaning, the calf was separated from its mother and placed in a separate pen.Ā 
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hog
hog
[noun]

a domestic pig that is kept for its meat

Ex: The farmer raised a hog for the county fair competition.Ā 
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mule
mule
[noun]

an animal that is the offspring of a male donkey and a female horse, which is particularly used to carry heavy loads

Ex: The mule carried heavy loads up the steep mountain trail.Ā 
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pony
pony
[noun]

a type of horse that is small in size

Ex: The children enjoyed riding the pony during their visit to the farm.Ā 
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honeycomb
honeycomb
[noun]

a structure that is made by bees, consisting of six-sided cells where they store their honey

Ex: The honeycomb was filled with golden honey, ready for harvesting.Ā 
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poultry
poultry
[noun]

turkeys, chickens, geese, ducks, etc. that are kept for their eggs and meat

Ex: The farm specializes in raising poultry for both meat and egg production.Ā 
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ostrich
ostrich
[noun]

a fast and large bird that is flightless and has long legs and a long neck, native to Africa

Ex: The ostrich can run up to 40 miles per hour to escape predators.Ā 
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