Definitions

1. noun

A toft is a small farm or a piece of land containing a house and some surrounding land, typically in the north of England.

“The village consisted of several tofts, each with its own small garden.”

2. noun

In medieval England, a toft was a plot of land that was cultivated and used for farming.

“The toft was divided into several smaller plots, each allocated to a different family.”

3. noun

A toft can also refer to a small enclosed area of ground, often used for a building or a group of buildings.

“The toft was surrounded by high walls, protecting the inhabitants from the outside world.”