English · Family & People
farmer
/ˈfɑː.mər/
[/ˈfɑː.mər/]
grower, agriculturalist
Beginnernoun
Definition
A farmer is a person who owns or works on a farm, growing crops or raising animals.
Example
The farmer rose before dawn to milk the cows and check on the newly planted wheat.
The farmer rose before dawn to milk the cows and check on the newly planted wheat.
Etymology
From Anglo-Norman 'fermer' (one who rents land), from medieval Latin 'firma' (fixed payment).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for those working in agriculture, whether on small holdings or large estates.