acreage Definition
- 1the area of land measured in acres
- 2land that is capable of producing crops or is suitable for farming
Using acreage: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "acreage" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The farm has an acreage of 100 acres.
Example
The acreage was divided into smaller plots for sale.
Example
The family's acreage was used for growing corn and wheat.
acreage Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with acreage
land that is considered to be of high quality or value, often used for commercial purposes
Example
The company purchased prime acreage for their new headquarters.
land that has not been built on or improved in any way
Example
The undeveloped acreage was left as a nature reserve.
Example
The government increased the acreage tax for large landowners.
Origins of acreage
from Old English 'æcer' meaning 'field'
Summary: acreage in Brief
'Acreage' [ˈeɪkərɪdʒ] refers to the area of land measured in acres. It can also denote land that is capable of producing crops or is suitable for farming. Examples include 'The farm has an acreage of 100 acres' and 'The family's acreage was used for growing corn and wheat.' Phrases like 'prime acreage' and 'undeveloped acreage' describe land of high quality or value and land that has not been built on or improved, respectively.
