Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
threshing
noun
/ˈθrɛʃɪŋ/
Definition
The process of separating grains from the straw and chaff of harvested crops.
Examples
- The farmers used a threshing machine to efficiently separate the wheat from the stalks.
- Threshing is a crucial step after harvesting, ensuring that the grain is clean and ready for storage.
- In ancient times, threshing was often done by hand using flails.
Meaning
Threshing involves the mechanical or manual action of beating or striking the harvested plants to detach the edible grain from the inedible parts.
Synonyms
- Separation
- Harvesting
- Winnowing
