Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chaffier

noun

/ˈʃæf.i.ər/

Definition

Chaffier refers to someone who works with or is involved in the processing of chaff, the husks of corn or other seed separated by winnowing or threshing. It can also denote a person who deals with waste or undesirable material.

Examples

As a chaffier, he spent his days sorting through the remnants of the harvest.
The farmer hired a chaffier to ensure that the valuable grains were separated from the chaff.
In ancient times, a chaffier played a critical role in the grain production process.