A croft is a small farm, especially in Scotland or other parts of northernlocated toward the north Britain, that is worked by a croftera person who works a small farm or plot of land. It usually refers to a small piece of land used for farming rather than a large commercialintended for buying and selling to make money farm.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /krɔft/
Easy pronunciation: KROFT (approximate spelling).
Stress: One syllable, with the stress on the only syllable.
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Croft Meaning
a small farm or plot of land used for farming
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a small farm worked by a crofter
Example: They inherited a croft in the Highlands and kept a few sheep there.
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Common Mistakes
- Confusing croft with craft, which is a different word.
- Using croft to mean any large farm; it usually refers to a small farm or smallholding.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does croft mean?
A croft means a small farm or a small piece of farmland, especially in northern Britain.
Is a croft the same as a farm?
It is a type of farm, but usually a small one rather than a large commercial farm.
What is a crofter?
A crofter is a person who works or lives on a croft.
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