食はみ

noun

eating (of fodder, grass, etc.)

Refers to the act of animals eating grass, fodder, or similar feed. Often used in agricultural or zoological contexts.

• 牛うしの食はみが悪わるいときは、獣じゅう医いに相そう談だんしてください。

  When the cow's eating (of fodder) is poor, please consult a veterinarian.

• この草くさ地ちは馬うまの食はみに適てきしている。

  This pasture is suitable for horses' grazing.