1. the practice of preparing and cultivating soil for crops; the process of plowing, harrowing, and working the land
Usage: agricultural term; plural form of tillage
2. cultivated lands or fields that have been prepared for planting
Usage: refers to multiple areas of tilled land

Examples

• The farmer’s tillages were ready for spring planting.
• Modern tillages require careful soil management to prevent erosion.
• The valley contained several tillages that had been worked for generations.
• Sustainable tillages help maintain soil health over time.
• The agricultural survey mapped all the tillages in the county.
• Different tillages require different types of equipment and techniques.