What does RANCH mean?

Definition of Ranch 1. Parts of Speech: Noun, verb 2. Definitions: As a noun, a ranch is a large farm or estate, typically used for raising cattle or other livestock. As a verb, to ranch means to manage or work on a ranch. 3. Pronunciations: US: /ræntʃ/ (ranch) UK: /rɑːntʃ/ (rahnch) 4. Origin and Usage: The word "ranch" comes from the Spanish word "rancho," which means a small farm or group of buildings. It was first used in English in the 19th century to describe large farms in the American West. Today, ranches are still common in the western United States and are used for raising cattle, sheep, and other livestock, as well as for hunting and tourism. 5. Synonyms: Farm, estate, plantation, homestead 6. Related Words: Farms, fields, crops, herds, range 7. Example Sentences:

• He grew up on a ranch in Texas.
• They decided to ranch in Montana after retiring.
• The ranch hands were up before dawn to start the days work.
• She inherited a ranch from her grandfather.