Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hayrick

noun
/ˈheɪrɪk/
Definition
A hayrick is a large stack or pile of hay, typically stored outdoors and covered to protect it from the elements.
Examples
  • The farmer built a tall hayrick to store the excess hay from the summer harvest.
  • After the storm, the hayrick was checked to ensure the hay remained dry.
  • Children often played hide and seek around the hayrick in the pasture.
Meaning
The term ‘hayrick’ refers to a constructed heap of hay, which serves as a storage solution for dried grass used as animal fodder.
Synonyms
  • haystack
  • hay pile
  • hay mound