Homestead
01
a dwelling, usually a farmhouse, together with its adjoining land
Exempel
He inherited the homestead from his grandfather.
02
a family dwelling that has been passed down through generations
Exempel
Many families cherish their homestead as a link to their heritage.
03
land obtained from U.S. public lands by filing a claim and living on and cultivating it according to homestead law
Exempel
Thousands of families acquired homesteads during the 19th century.
to homestead
01
bosätta sig, kolonisera
to settle on a piece of land with the intent of establishing a permanent residence, often under a government-granted right
Exempel
The family began to homestead the property, planting crops and raising livestock.
Familjen började bosätta sig på egendomen, odlade grödor och höll boskap.
