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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun Farming engaged in as a large-scale business operation including the production, processing, and distribution of agricultural products and the manufacture of farm machinery, equipment, and supplies.

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  • noun big business connected to agriculture, either owning or operating large scale farms, or catering to those who do.

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  • noun a large-scale farming enterprise

Etymologies

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agri- +‎ business. Blend of agriculture and business

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