Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grain-silo

Noun

/ɡreɪn ˈsaɪloʊ/

Definition

A grain-silo is a large structure designed for the bulk storage of grains, where the grains are safely held until they are needed for processing or distribution.

Examples

The farmer stored his harvest in the grain-silo to protect it from pests.
During the off-season, many grain-silos remain full of stored crops.
The cooperative built a new grain-silo to accommodate the growing demand for local produce.

Meaning

The term ‘grain-silo’ typically refers to a storage facility used primarily for agricultural produce, particularly grains such as wheat, corn, or rice, helping to preserve quantity and quality until the grains are sold or utilized.