🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

Élevage

Pronunciation / Transliteration: el-vahj

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Animal Husbandry/ˈænɪməl ˈhʌzbəndri/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"L'élevage est essentiel pour la production alimentaire."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The science of breeding and caring for farm animals.

    "Animal husbandry practices are essential for sustainable agriculture."
  2. 2

    The management and care of livestock.

    "Effective animal husbandry can lead to increased productivity and animal welfare."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'animal husbandry' originates from the Old English word 'husband', which meant 'householder' or 'master of the house'. Over time, it evolved to refer specifically to the care and breeding of livestock, reflecting the agricultural practices of ancient societies.

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