Graze
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British pronunciation/ɡɹˈe‍ɪz/
American pronunciation/ˈɡɹeɪz/

Definition & Meaning of "graze"

to graze
01

(of sheep, cows, etc.) to feed on the grass in a field

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The sheep were allowed to graze freely in the meadow.
The cows peacefully grazed in the pasture under the warm sun.
Farmers rotate their livestock to different fields to ensure they have fresh areas to graze.
02

to cause injury to the surface of one's skin by rubbing it against something rough

Transitive: to graze the skin
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She grazed her knee when she tripped over the rock.
He accidentally grazed his arm against the rough wall while moving furniture.
She grazed her hand on the sharp edge of the metal gate.
03

to eat small amounts of food or snacks throughout the day, often at irregular times

Intransitive: to graze | to graze on snacks
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She tends to graze all day, having small snacks between meals.
I ’m not hungry enough for a full meal, so I ’ll just graze a little.
She often grazes while watching TV, nibbling on chips or nuts.
04

to lightly touch or brush against something, often causing a slight scratch or mark

Transitive: to graze sth
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The cat 's claws grazed my arm as it jumped off the chair.
The car grazed the side of the building, leaving a long scratch along the paint.
The branches of the tree grazed the roof of the house during the storm, causing minor damage.
05

to allow animals to eat grass and other plants in a natural area

Transitive: to graze animals
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After the rain, the farmer grazed his cows on the fresh green grass.
They decided to graze their sheep on the lush hillside.
The landowner grazed his herd of buffalo on the wide plains.
Graze
01

the act of grazing

graze definition and meaning
02

a superficial abrasion

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