Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
staddle
noun
/ˈstæd.əl/
Definition
A staddle refers to a framework or support structure often used to raise a building or an object above the ground, typically to keep it dry or safe from vermin.
Examples
- The farmer used staddles to keep the freshly cut hay off the ground, preventing it from becoming damp and moldy.
- In the old barn, several staddles were found still standing, remnants of a bygone era of farming practices.
Meaning
The term is often associated with agricultural settings where staddles are used to provide elevation for hay or other products.
Synonyms
- support
- platform
- foundation