Ley

/leɪ/ noun

Definition

A field temporarily left unplanted or used for pasture, usually as part of crop rotation to let the soil recover.

Etymology

From Old English 'leah' or 'leigh' meaning meadow or field, related to Old German 'Ley.' The word reflects ancient agricultural practices of letting land rest between plantings.

Kelly Says

The concept of 'ley' land represents one of humanity's earliest scientific discoveries—ancient farmers figured out that tired soil needs rest, which is basically the agricultural version of sleep being essential for your brain.

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