Overgraze
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verb
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noun
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(As a verb)
Overgraze ( verb )
- To allow livestock to feed on growing vegetation for an extended period of time or in greater numbers than the land can support, leading to soil degradation and depletion of vegetation.
- To consume or use more than what is reasonable or sustainable.
Origin:
The word 'overgraze' entered the english language in the 19th century and is derived from the word 'graze' meaning to feed on growing vegetation.
Examples:
- Overgrazing has led to desertification in many regions.
- The farmers were forced to limit their herds because they were overgrazing the land.
- The park has taken measures to prevent overgrazing by limiting the number of visitors and the duration of their visits.
- The ecosystem is being impacted by overgrazing due to the increase in the number of wild animals.
- He overgrazed on the snacks and now he's feeling sick.
(As a noun)
Overgraze ( noun )
- To allow livestock to feed on growing vegetation for an extended period of time or in greater numbers than the land can support, leading to soil degradation and depletion of vegetation.
- To consume or use more than what is reasonable or sustainable.
Origin:
The word 'overgraze' entered the english language in the 19th century and is derived from the word 'graze' meaning to feed on growing vegetation.
Examples:
- Overgrazing has led to desertification in many regions.
- The farmers were forced to limit their herds because they were overgrazing the land.
- The park has taken measures to prevent overgrazing by limiting the number of visitors and the duration of their visits.
- The ecosystem is being impacted by overgrazing due to the increase in the number of wild animals.
- He overgrazed on the snacks and now he's feeling sick.