graze
0 antonyms and opposites of graze, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To eat growing grass, or to let animals feed on pasture.
How to use graze
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English grasian, "to feed on grass," built from the word grass itself.
Full origin of graze →Frequently asked questions
What does “graze” mean?
The word “graze” means to eat growing grass, or to let animals feed on pasture. In plain terms, either animals eating grass in a field, or something brushing past you closely enough to leave a light scratch.
How do you pronounce “graze”?
“Graze” is pronounced grayz (/ɡɹeɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “graze” in a sentence?
Here is “graze” used in a sentence: “The cows grazed peacefully in the field all afternoon.”
What part of speech is “graze”?
Depending on how it is used, “graze” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “graze” come from?
The word “graze” comes from Old English. From Old English grasian, "to feed on grass," built from the word grass itself.
How many meanings does “graze” have?
“Graze” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to eat growing grass, or to let animals feed on pasture.