common land
"Common land" refers to areas traditionally used by communities for shared purposes such as grazing livestock or recreation, often with historical roots in British and Irish law.
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Definition
C1British and Irish Law
(historical, legal)Land open to the public where individuals have traditional rights like grazing animals or collecting resources.
Example
- Farmers used to graze their sheep on the village's common land.
B2General
(geographical)An area accessible to the public for activities such as walking, recreation, or grazing, often owned by a local council or trust.
Example
- The local community enjoys picnicking on the common land during the summer.
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