Word Noun
rearing
n.
uncountable
C1 Advanced US /ˈɹɪɹɪŋ/ UK /ɹˈiəɹɪŋ/ rear·ing
Definition
n.the process of caring for and training children or young animals as they grow up.
n.the process of nurturing and supporting the development of offspring from birth to maturity.
Examples
“The rearing of children requires a lot of patience.”
“Farmers must follow strict guidelines for the healthy rearing of livestock to ensure high-quality produce.”
“Sociologists often examine how different cultural approaches to child rearing influence the psychological resilience and social integration of young adults in diverse communities.”
Usage
Often appears in the compound 'child rearing' or in contexts related to animal husbandry.
Etymology
From Middle English rerynge (“raising”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Origin Middle English rerynge
Level C1 · Advanced
Frequency Occasional
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