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Threshing
see synonyms of threshingNoun
1. threshing
the separation of grain or seeds from the husks and straw
Example Sentences:'they used to do the threshing by hand but now there are machines to do it'
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Threshing
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another word for thresh
Spring and summer are taken up by the reaping of hay and the threshing of corn.
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Threshing
see synonyms of threshingv. threshed, thresh·ing, thresh·es
v.tr.
1.
a. To beat the stems and husks of (grain or cereal plants) with a machine or flail to separate the grains or seeds from the straw.
b. To separate (grains or seeds) in this manner.
2. To discuss or examine (an issue, for example) repeatedly.
3. To beat severely; thrash.
v.intr.
1. To use a machine or flail to separate grain or seeds from straw.
2. To thrash about; toss.
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