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fodder

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Noun — Food, such as hay or grain, given to livestock like cattle and horses.

How to use fodder

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Etymology

From Old English fōdor, related to the word "food" and going back to an ancient root meaning "to feed" or "to graze."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “fodder” mean?

The word “fodder” means food, such as hay or grain, given to livestock like cattle and horses. In plain terms, feed for animals, or (figuratively) raw material that gets used up, especially for jokes, gossip, or as expendable people.

How do you pronounce “fodder”?

“Fodder” is pronounced FO-duh (/ˈfɑdɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “fodder” in a sentence?

Here is “fodder” used in a sentence: “The farmer stored fodder in the barn for winter.”

What part of speech is “fodder”?

“Fodder” is a noun.

Where does the word “fodder” come from?

The word “fodder” comes from Old English. From Old English fōdor, related to the word "food" and going back to an ancient root meaning "to feed" or "to graze.".

Is “fodder” a common word?

“Fodder” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “fodder” have?

“Fodder” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: food, such as hay or grain, given to livestock like cattle and horses.

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