1
: the act or process of eating or being fed
For a while zoos tried to control feeding by providing vending machines with pellets, but most have now banned it entirely.—
Phillip T. Robinson
—often used before another nounPhillip T. Robinsona feeding schedule
feeding behavior
2
: an instance of feeding
two a.m. feedings
ready for a feeding
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Public feeding of animals at Tilden Little Farm was officially discontinued in Spring 2025, but visitors can still pet some of the animals.
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Jane Tyska,
Mercury News,
4 July 2026
The temple also holds an annual elephant race and a feeding ritual where, following prayers, the animals are given rice, ghee, jaggery, fruits and vegetables.
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ABC News,
3 July 2026
Activities range from fun talks and feedings to pop-up science and interactive stations.
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Linda McIntosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 July 2026
Since that is essential for their feeding, higher levels led to more rapid growth, especially in conditions where they were supplied less of the food.
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ArsTechnica,
2 July 2026
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Jane Tyska,
Mercury News,
4 July 2026
The temple also holds an annual elephant race and a feeding ritual where, following prayers, the animals are given rice, ghee, jaggery, fruits and vegetables.
—
ABC News,
3 July 2026
Activities range from fun talks and feedings to pop-up science and interactive stations.
—
Linda McIntosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 July 2026
Since that is essential for their feeding, higher levels led to more rapid growth, especially in conditions where they were supplied less of the food.
—
ArsTechnica,
2 July 2026
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“Feeding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/feeding. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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