Haycock: meaning, definitions and examples
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haycock
[ หheษช.kษk ]
agriculture term
A haycock is a small mound or pile of hay that is left to dry in the field after cutting. This traditional method of haymaking allows the moisture to escape from the hay before it is collected. Haycocks are usually formed by hand, and they can vary in size depending on the amount of hay being processed. The term is often used in historical or rural contexts, showcasing the techniques of older agricultural practices.
Synonyms
hay pile, hay stack.
Examples of usage
- The farmer formed a haycock from the freshly cut grass.
- After a sunny day, the haycocks were nearly perfect for harvesting.
- We spotted several haycocks dotting the landscape as we drove through the countryside.
Translations
Translations of the word "haycock" in other languages:
๐ต๐น haycock
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเคพเคฏเคเฅเค
๐ฉ๐ช Haycock
๐ฎ๐ฉ haycock
๐บ๐ฆ ั ะฐะนะบะพะบ
๐ต๐ฑ haycock
๐ฏ๐ต ใใคใณใใฏ
๐ซ๐ท haycock
๐ช๐ธ haycock
๐น๐ท haycock
๐ฐ๐ท ํค์ด์ฝ
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุงู ููู
๐จ๐ฟ haycock
๐ธ๐ฐ haycock
๐จ๐ณ ๆตท็งๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ haycock
๐ฎ๐ธ haycock
๐ฐ๐ฟ ั ะฐะนะบะพะบ
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ haycock
๐ฒ๐ฝ haycock
Etymology
The word 'haycock' originates from a combination of 'hay,' which refers to dried grass or plants used as animal fodder, and 'cock,' an old term for a small mound or heap. The use of 'cock' in this context is seen in other agricultural terms as well, indicating a heap of material. Although the specific usage of 'haycock' as a term may date back to the 16th century, traditional haymaking methods have been practiced for centuries, especially in European agrarian societies. The preservation of hay in a haycock form allows the hay to dry more effectively, reducing mold and spoilage. As agriculture evolved, so did the terminology, but 'haycock' remains a quaint reminder of simpler farming techniques.