grazing

[ grey-zing ]

noun

1. pastureland; a pasture.
2. Informal. the act or practice of switching television channels frequently to watch several programs.

grazing

/ ˈɡreɪzɪŋ /

noun

1. the vegetation on pastures that is available for livestock to feed upon
2. the land on which this is growing

Word History and Origins

Origin of grazing¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; graze ¹, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

It is the first medical report on Trump released to the public since a gunman tried to kill him at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, last July, grazing his ear with a bullet.

From BBC

Residents complained soldiers restricted their movement and barred them from accessing grazing land for their livestock.

From Los Angeles Times

The company says the creatures' grazing habits would encourage grasslands to flourish and reduce the amount of carbon dioxide being released from melting permafrost.

From BBC

If approved, the new application will now see steeper sided slopes by the main site of excavation, with land fenced off to prevent livestock grazing.

From BBC

The teenage Frances obliged, her hand grazing the superstar’s.

From Los Angeles Times