ranching
UK: ˈrɑːntʃɪŋ | US: ˈræntʃɪŋ
n. the activity or business of operating a ranch, especially raising livestock or crops on a large scale.
The word "ranching" derives from the Spanish "rancho," meaning a small farm or hut, which itself originated from the Old French "ranger" (to arrange or settle). The suffix "-ing" transforms the noun "ranch" into a gerund, denoting the action or practice of managing a ranch. The term reflects the expansion of cattle-raising practices in the Americas, particularly in the Spanish-influenced regions of the U.S. and Mexico.
Ranching has been a way of life for generations in the American West.
Modern ranching techniques prioritize sustainable land use.
She studied animal science to prepare for a career in ranching.
Climate change poses challenges to traditional ranching practices.
The family invested in ranching equipment to improve their productivity.