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Pasture Definition & Meaning

pasture
noun
  1. a field covered with grass or herbage and suitable for grazing by livestock
  2. bulky food like grass or hay for browsing or grazing horses or cattle
verb
  1. let feed in a field or pasture or meadow
  2. feed as in a meadow or pasture; "the herd was grazing"

"Pasture" in song lyrics

See how pasture is used in real songs:

  • "Whispers in the wind and cows in the pasture"
    Buck 65 — Wicked And Weird
  • "Weak is the land that's laying in the pasture"
    GZA f/ Santi White — Stay in Line
  • "In the sheep of his pasture"
    The Lady Of Rage — Confessions

Usage tips for "pasture"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pasture" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for pasture to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does pasture mean?
a field covered with grass or herbage and suitable for grazing by livestock bulky food like grass or hay for browsing or grazing horses or cattle let feed in a field or pasture or meadow feed as in a meadow or pasture; "the herd was grazing"
What part of speech is pasture?
Pasture is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does pasture have?
Pasture has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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