Haying: meaning, definitions and examples

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haying

 

[ หˆheษชษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

farming activity

Haying refers to the process of cutting and curing grass or other fodder crops for animal feed. This practice is essential in agriculture as it allows farmers to store feed for livestock during the winter months when fresh grass is not available. The haymaking process involves cutting the grass, drying it in the sun, and then storing it in bales to prevent spoilage. Proper timing and weather conditions are crucial for producing high-quality hay. Effective haying can contribute significantly to the sustainability of farming operations.

Synonyms

fodder collection, forage preparation, haymaking.

Examples of usage

  • We spent the weekend haying the fields.
  • The farmer is haying in preparation for winter.
  • Haying season usually starts in late summer.
  • Efficient haying techniques improve feed quality.
  • After haying, we stored the bales in the barn.

Translations

Translations of the word "haying" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น feno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค˜เคพเคธ เค•เคพเคŸเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Heu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ memanen rumput

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั–ะฝะพะบั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ siano

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅนฒใ—่‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท foin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ heno

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท saman

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฑด์ดˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู„ู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ seno

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ seno

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅนฒ่‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ seno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hey

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะตะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ”แƒ–แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hey

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ heno

Etymology

The word 'haying' originates from the Old English term 'hรฆg', which means a hedge or a fence. This term evolved into 'hay', which refers to grass or similar plants that have been cut and dried for use as fodder. The practice of making hay dates back to ancient agricultural societies when farmers sought methods to preserve food for their livestock during lean seasons. Haymaking techniques have been documented throughout history, showing its importance in various cultures as a means of ensuring food security for animals. The word 'haying' itself is derived from the gerund of 'hay', emphasizing the ongoing process involved in preparing hay for storage and use.