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Noun homesteader has 1 sense
- squatter, homesteader, nester - someone who settles lawfully on government land with the intent to acquire title to it
--1 is a kind of settler, colonist
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Homesteader
Description:
A homesteader is an individual who establishes a dwelling and cultivates land as a means of self-sufficiency. They typically settle in rural areas, often with the aim of developing a farm or ranch. Homesteaders typically seek to live off the land and become self-reliant.
Senses:
Noun:
- A person who has undertaken homesteading.
- A person who lives on a homestead.
- A person who settles and develops land under the Homestead Acts.
Adjective:
- Pertaining to homesteading or the lifestyle of homesteaders.
Sample Sentences:
Noun (Sense 1):
- John left his corporate job and became a homesteader, building his own cabin and cultivating the land to grow organic vegetables.
- Homesteaders like Mary strive to live off the grid, using renewable energy sources and growing their own food.
Noun (Sense 2):
- The homesteader welcomed visitors to experience the peace and beauty of her remote homestead.
- Living as a homesteader can be challenging but rewarding, with a close connection to nature.
Noun (Sense 3):
- In the late 19th century, many homesteaders moved westward in the United States to claim land under the Homestead Acts.
- The Homestead Acts played a crucial role in attracting homesteaders and promoting agriculture in the frontier areas.
Adjective:
- The small town has a tight-knit community of homesteader families.
- Homesteader skills, such as canning and preserving food, are becoming popular again in today's sustainable living movement.
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