Rural

Definition

Refers to areas located outside towns or cities, typically characterized by open land, agriculture-based economies, and low population density.

Related terms

Agriculture: The practice of cultivating land and raising crops or animals for food.

Subsistence Farming: A type of farming where farmers produce enough food to meet their own needs without surplus for sale.

Rural-Urban Divide: The gap between rural areas and urban areas in terms of access to resources, opportunities, and quality of life.