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Hunting ground

🇬🇧 UK //ˈhʌntɪŋ ɡraʊnd// 🇺🇸 US //ˈhʌntɪŋ ɡraʊnd//

Meaning of Hunting ground

A specific area where hunting for wildlife occurs.

In simple words: An area where animals are pursued for food.

Hunting ground in a sentence

• The wolves returned to their hunting ground at dusk.
• Poachers often invade protected hunting grounds, threatening wildlife.
• The indigenous people consider the entire region their ancestral hunting ground.
• The forest was declared a hunting ground for specific game species.
• Hunters are advised to familiarize themselves with the hunting ground before the season begins.

How to use Hunting ground

Typically used in contexts related to nature, wildlife, or survival. Less appropriate for urban settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'hunting' as looking for something in a 'ground' area, like a forest.

Related words

Collocations with Hunting ground

• designated hunting ground
• traditional hunting ground
• protected hunting ground

Synonyms for Hunting ground

• hunting area
• game reserve
• wildlife preserve

Common mistakes with Hunting ground

• Confused with 'hunting area' which is less specific.
• Using it to refer to non-physical places, like metaphorical hunting grounds.

Frequently asked questions about Hunting ground

What does Hunting ground mean?

An area where animals are pursued for food.

What is the definition of Hunting ground?

A specific area where hunting for wildlife occurs.

How do you use Hunting ground in a sentence?

The wolves returned to their hunting ground at dusk.

Can you give another example of Hunting ground?

Poachers often invade protected hunting grounds, threatening wildlife.

What are synonyms for Hunting ground?

Common alternatives include hunting area, game reserve, wildlife preserve.

What words go with Hunting ground?

It commonly pairs with designated hunting ground, traditional hunting ground, protected hunting ground.

What are common mistakes when using Hunting ground?

Confused with 'hunting area' which is less specific. Using it to refer to non-physical places, like metaphorical hunting grounds.

How do you pronounce Hunting ground?

US: //ˈhʌntɪŋ ɡraʊnd//, UK: //ˈhʌntɪŋ ɡraʊnd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Hunting ground?

Typically used in contexts related to nature, wildlife, or survival. Less appropriate for urban settings.