A technique in agriculture where plant matter is roughly cut down and then burned over to prepare fields for the next crop.

A period of time in which questions are asked of a person; an interview.

(chiefly US) A group of athletic sports, consisting mainly of various kinds of running, jumping and throwing, that take place on a track and the enclosed field.

(idiomatic) A process of compromise or accommodation.

Anybody or everybody; random or unknown people.

(idiomatic) Explicitly, in writing, clearly and without doubt or misunderstanding, without any grey areas. / (literally) Using shades of gray rather than color.

(informal) Me and you.

Redundant systems, affording mutual backup in the event of one failing.

(idiomatic) In a manner that deprives someone of a dwelling place or some usage thereof.

(idiomatic) Something considered to be of the utmost importance; something essential or ultimate.