Meaning of the word harvesting in English

What does harvesting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

harvesting

US /ˈhɑːr.vəst.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈhɑː.vɪst.ɪŋ/

Noun

1.

the act or process of gathering a crop or other natural resource

Example:
The farmers are busy with the wheat harvesting.
Sustainable timber harvesting is crucial for forest conservation.
2.

the process of collecting data or information

Example:
Data harvesting from social media can raise privacy concerns.
The company specializes in lead harvesting for marketing campaigns.