foraging

[ˈfɔːrɪdʒɪŋ]

foraging Definition

  • 1the act of searching for food or provisions
  • 2the act of searching widely for something

Using foraging: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "foraging" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The bears are foraging for berries in the forest.

  • Example

    The tribe went foraging for food in the jungle.

  • Example

    She was foraging through her closet for something to wear.

  • Example

    The detective was foraging for clues at the crime scene.

foraging Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for foraging

Antonyms for foraging

Phrases with foraging

  • the behavior of animals that search for food

    Example

    The study of foraging behavior is important in understanding animal ecology.

  • a group of people who go out to search for food or provisions

    Example

    The foraging party returned with a good haul of fish and vegetables.

  • the area in which an animal searches for food

    Example

    The foraging range of the deer has been reduced due to habitat loss.

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Summary: foraging in Brief

Foraging [ˈfɔːrɪdʒɪŋ] refers to the act of searching for food or provisions, or searching widely for something. It can be used to describe the behavior of animals or humans, such as 'The bears are foraging for berries in the forest' or 'She was foraging through her closet for something to wear.' Synonyms include scavenging, rummaging, and gathering.