Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
palha
Noun
/ˈpɑː.jə/
Definition
Straw, typically used for bedding for animals or as a covering for soil.
Examples
- The farmer spread palha in the barn for the cows to rest on.
- In her craft project, she wove a basket using colorful palha.
- The palha helped retain moisture in the garden soil during the hot summer months.
Meaning
Palha refers to the dried stems of cereal plants, which are often utilized in agriculture and other crafts.
Synonyms
- straw
- hay
- chaff