stock farm
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of stock farm
First recorded in 1800–10
Example Sentences
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The wickets of Duckett and Crawley necessitated a change of approach and Jacks was able to take stock, farm the strike, and ensure there was not a mad scramble in the dressing room.
From BBC ● Dec. 6, 2023
He grew up on a 120-acre stock farm in central Michigan.
From Time Magazine Archive
But last week from his stock farm at Maracay, President Gomez unexpectedly wired his Congress: "I cannot accept the high charge."
From Time Magazine Archive
Many friends came to see the stock farm, but more came to see the rich and influential owner.
From Time Magazine Archive
Did you ever see a stock broker on a stock farm, or a cow puncher at the Waldorf?
From In Pastures New by Ade, George
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