1. the seasonal movement of livestock between fixed summer and winter pastures
Usage: anthropology; geography

Examples

• The shepherds practiced transhumances, moving their flocks to mountain pastures each summer.
• Traditional transhumances in the Alps involved moving cattle to higher elevations during warmer months.
• Climate change is affecting ancient patterns of transhumances across Europe.
• The documentary explored how transhumances shaped the culture of nomadic herders.
• Modern transportation has reduced the need for traditional transhumances in many regions.
• Researchers studied the environmental impact of transhumances on grassland ecosystems.