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CULTIVATION TERRACE
A strip of land on a slope, which has built up to provide a flat surface for the cultivation of crops.
Classifications
Related Terms
| Term | Note |
|---|---|
| LYNCHET | A scarp or bank defining the upper and lower boundaries of a field. Formed as a result of the gradual downhill movement of soil loosened by ploughing. |
| RIG AND FURROW | A series of ridges (rigs), separated by furrows, created by ploughing. |
