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husbandry

[huhz-buhn-dree] / ˈhʌz bən dri /
NOUN
farming
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NOUN
management of one's private affairs
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Farming and animal husbandry are the main sources of income for locals in this region known for its hazelnuts, which are exported across the world.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

"Our unwavering commitment remains on providing our animals with the highest levels of welfare and husbandry, ensuring all of their physical, emotional and environmental needs are met," said Wild Planet in the statement.

From BBC • Sep. 30, 2025

As a result, even veterinarians may rely on the husbandry guidelines developed by the community of serious crab keepers.

From Slate • Aug. 19, 2025

But whatever Eliza’s husbandry, and however many trees survived, they took several years to bear fruit, and the first crop might have amounted to a massive 16 oranges.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 22, 2024

Our favorite program, “The Day Breaker’s Club,” played the traditional music of rural Puerto Rico and gave information about crops, husbandry, and the weather.

From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago




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