rearing
7 synonyms for rearing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act or process of raising a child or young animal.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
fosterage
bringing up
How to use rearing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
child rearing
animal rearing
Etymology
From Middle English rerynge, "raising."
Full origin of rearing →Frequently asked questions
What does “rearing” mean?
The word “rearing” means the act or process of raising a child or young animal. In plain terms, the process of bringing up a child or animal to maturity.
How do you use “rearing” in a sentence?
Here is “rearing” used in a sentence: “The rearing of livestock takes patience and steady routine.”
What part of speech is “rearing”?
“Rearing” is a noun.
Where does the word “rearing” come from?
The word “rearing” comes from Middle English. From Middle English rerynge, "raising.".
Is “rearing” a common word?
“Rearing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
