ley
What is another word for ley? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adj — Left unplanted or given over to grass and pasture rather than crops, of farmland.
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Etymology
A variant of the older word "lea," meaning open grassland or meadow.
Full origin of ley →Frequently asked questions
What does “ley” mean?
The word “ley” means left unplanted or given over to grass and pasture rather than crops, of farmland. In plain terms, describes farmland temporarily used for grazing instead of growing crops.
How do you pronounce “ley”?
“Ley” is pronounced lee (/liː/ in IPA).
How do you use “ley” in a sentence?
Here is “ley” used in a sentence: “The farmer rotated the field back to ley for a season to let the soil recover.”
What part of speech is “ley”?
“Ley” is an adjective.
