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pastoralists (noun (plural))

People who rely on raising livestock, such as cattle, sheep, or goats, as their primary source of food and income, often moving their herds seasonally to find fresh pasture and water.

💬 Example

"Nomadic pastoralists play a crucial role in the economy of the Sahel region."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'PASTure' + 'AL' + 'ISTS'. Pastoralists are the 'specialists' (ists) who use the 'pasture' (pastor-al).

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'pastors' instead of 'pastoralists'. → The pastoralists moved their sheep.

Saying 'the pastoralists is moving'. → The pastoralists are moving.

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