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Term: Differentiate between peasant and farmer

Description:

Peasant and farmer are terms often used to describe individuals involved in agricultural activities, but they have distinct meanings and connotations. Understanding the difference between these terms is crucial when discussing various aspects of farming, rural societies, and historical contexts.

Sense 1 (Noun): Peasant

1. A person of low social status who cultivates the land, usually laboring for a landlord.
2. An individual with a traditional and subsistence-based agricultural lifestyle in pre-industrial societies.

Sample Sentences:

1. Many peasants in medieval Europe lived in small villages and worked the land to sustain their livelihoods.
2. During the feudal era, peasants were often obliged to provide a portion of their crops to the landlord as rent.

Sense 2 (Noun): Farmer

1. A person who owns or manages an agricultural enterprise, often for profit or commercial purposes.
2. Someone involved in the cultivation of crops or the rearing of animals for food production.

Sample Sentences:

1. The farmer grows a variety of crops on his large farm, including wheat, corn, and soybeans.
2. Modern farmers utilize advanced technologies and machinery to increase efficiency and optimize crop yields.

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