grazing

noun

graz·​ing ˈgrā-ziŋ How to pronounce grazing (audio)
Synonyms of grazingnext
: herbage or land for grazing

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With a lively sports-bar atmosphere and screens always in view, the food supports steady grazing throughout the broadcast. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 30 Jan. 2026 The chin-grazing cut has basically taken over Hollywood (and the internet) over the past couple years, and Roan has now entered the chat. Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 Jan. 2026 All of this ensures that game viewing happens year-round, not just when migrating wildebeest arrive in search of fresh grazing. Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2026 Robbie’s go-to stylist Bryce Scarlett shared a closer look at her waist-grazing waves on Instagram, this time paired with a ruby statement choker and a different black long-sleeve dress. Grace McCarty, Glamour, 27 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for grazing

Word History

First Known Use

1517, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of grazing was in 1517

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“Grazing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grazing. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.

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