Background for overgrazing

overgrazing

/ˌoʊvərˈɡreɪzɪŋ/

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verb

To graze land excessively, to the detriment of the land and its vegetation

Examples :

"The farmer worried the cattle were overgrazing the pasture, leaving bare patches of dirt where grass used to grow. "

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verb

To allow animals to graze excessively

Examples :

"The farmer risked overgrazing his field by letting his cows eat there for too long. "

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noun

Excessive grazing to an extent that the land is damaged.

Examples :

"The farmer knew the overgrazing had ruined his field because the grass was gone and the soil was bare. "

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