starveacre

/ˈstɑrvækər/

Definitions

1. noun

A strip of land, especially in England, between a common field and a wood, where animals were allowed to graze or forage.

“The villagers would often take their livestock to the starveacre at the edge of the forest to feed on the lush grass and wild berries.”

Synonyms

  • common
  • land
  • strip

Antonyms

  • enclosure
  • fenced area