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crofting

British  
/ ˈkrɒftɪŋ /

noun

  1. the system or occupation of working land in crofts

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The main parties agree that crofting is a part of Scotland's culture which needs to be protected.

From BBC Apr. 28, 2026

In some areas which are popular with tourists, the prices being demanded are blocking young people from entering crofting.

From BBC Apr. 28, 2026

NTS said the tenancy would suit "resourceful and enthusiastic" people who were already experienced in crofting, and have a trade or could contribute to the isle's knitwear industry.

From BBC Mar. 14, 2026

The commission's role is to regulate crofting and promote the interests of croft communities.

From BBC Feb. 21, 2022

This bleaching was called crofting in England, and grassing in America.

From Home Life in Colonial Days by Earle, Alice Morse

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