Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

kirn

noun
/kɪrn/
Definition
A small, simple form of a mill, typically used in rural areas for grinding grain.
Examples
  • The farmer used a kirn to grind the wheat for his family’s bread.
  • In olden times, the kirn was an essential tool for villagers to produce flour.
Meaning
Kirn refers to both a milling device and the process of milling, particularly in historical or rural contexts.
Synonyms
  • mill
  • grinder
  • quern