How Do You Spell CULLING?

Pronunciation: [kˈʌlɪŋ] (IPA)

Correct spelling for the English word "Culling" is [kˈʌlɪŋ], [kˈʌlɪŋ], [k_ˈʌ_l_ɪ_ŋ] (IPA phonetic alphabet).

CULLING Meaning and Definition

  1. Culling is a noun that refers to the selective removal or killing of animals, plants, or individuals from a population, typically performed with the intention of managing or controlling that population. It is a deliberate and systematic process undertaken to reduce the size or influence of a certain group.

    In the context of animal management, culling is often carried out to maintain a desired population size, or to control the spread of diseases in animals. This practice may involve targeted hunting, trapping, or capturing techniques implemented by wildlife managers, farmers, or conservationists. Culling is typically based on specific criteria, such as age, sex, size, or genetic traits, to eliminate certain individuals from the population while preventing the indiscriminate removal of all members.

    In the agricultural sector, culling is commonly employed to improve the overall quality of livestock or crops by removing substandard individuals. It ensures the concentration of desirable traits by eliminating those animals or plants that are considered genetically inferior or carrying potentially harmful genetic mutations.

    While culling can be a controversial and ethically complex issue, it is often implemented as a necessary and justified measure in various contexts to maintain ecological balance, prevent overpopulation, control the spread of diseases, or enhance the productivity and genetic integrity of a population.

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Etymology of CULLING

The word "culling" comes from the Old French term "culler", which means "to pick" or "to pluck". It can be traced back to the Latin word "colligere", meaning "to gather" or "to collect". Over time, the meaning of "culling" shifted to refer specifically to the process of selecting and removing weaker or inferior individuals, typically from a group or population, for various purposes such as improving quality, reducing numbers, or control.

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Conjugate verb Culling

CONDITIONAL

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FUTURE

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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

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PRESENT

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PRESENT PERFECT

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