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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

transhumance

/trænzˈhjuːməns/ noun · British & US
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What does transhumance mean?

noun

The seasonal movement of people and their livestock between summer and winter pastures, typically in mountainous regions. This practice is often associated with nomadic or semi-nomadic communities.

Example

"The transhumance of the nomadic tribes in the Alps has been a traditional practice for centuries."

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