rangeland

[ reynj-land ]

noun

1. range ( def 17 ).

rangeland

/ ˈrɛɪndʒˌlænd /

noun

1. often plural land that naturally produces forage plants suitable for grazing but where rainfall is too low or erratic for growing crops

Word History and Origins

Origin of rangeland¹

First recorded in 1930–35; range + -land

Example Sentences

Preliminary findings estimated more than $7 million in agriculture losses from the fire, which scorched avocado, citrus, raspberry and other fields as well as rangeland, said Korinne Bell, Ventura County’s agricultural commissioner.

From Los Angeles Times

Several environmental groups are urging the Environment Department to strike definitions that refer to the reuse of treated water in agriculture, recreational fields, rangeland and potable water.

From Seattle Times

Bureau of Land Management quit enforcing court orders to remove Bundy cattle from vast arid rangeland surrounding his modest family ranch and melon farm.

From Seattle Times

"If that trajectory continues, this species could blink out in the next couple decades," said lead author John Mola, an ecologist and assistant professor of forest and rangeland stewardship.

From Science Daily

"Vegetation in rangelands actually need these kinds of disturbances like grazing."

From Science Daily