Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
herse
Noun
/hɜːrz/
Definition
A historical term referring to a harrow or a type of farming implement used for tilling soil.
Examples
- Farmers in the 17th century often used a herse to ready their fields for sowing crops.
- Herse techniques have evolved, but the concept of soil preparation remains vital in agriculture.
Meaning
The word ‘herse’ is derived from an old English term that describes a tool designed for breaking up the surface of the soil, often used in agriculture to prepare land for planting.
Synonyms
- Harrow
- Tiller
- Soil preparer
