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Farmer

UK /["/ˈfɑːmə(r)/"]/US /["/ˈfɑːrmər/"]/

Definition

a person who owns or manages a farm

In simple words: A person who grows crops or raises animals for food.

Examples

  • My parents are **dairy farmers**.
  • The land is owned by a **local farmer**.
  • A lot of conventional farmers have converted to organic.
  • a new plan to help smallholder farmers
  • Settlers were primarily subsistence farmers.

Usage notes

Commonly used in everyday conversation. Appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid using in overly informal settings where more specific terms may fit better, like in urban environments.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'farmer' tending to a field with a large hat.

Collocations

  • big
  • large
  • large-scale

Synonyms

  • cultivator
  • grower
  • rancher
  • producer
  • agriculturist

Antonyms

  • consumer
  • urbanite

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'farmland', mistaking it for the person.
  • Using 'farming' instead of 'farmer' in sentences where a noun is needed.
  • Not using articles correctly: 'a farmer' vs 'farmer'.