tedder
- noun
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esparcidor de heno
- After the grass was cut, the tedder carefully turned it to prevent mold from forming.
Examples
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The tedder worked from dawn to dusk, ensuring the hay dried evenly in the summer sun.
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Many farmers hire a tedder to help with hay.
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In the old days, a skilled tedder was essential for a successful hay harvest.
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The tedder worked all day in the field.
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The tedder spread the freshly cut hay across the field to help it dry under the sun.
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After the rain, the tedder worked tirelessly to turn the wet hay and prevent spoilage.
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On the farm, a diligent tedder was crucial for preparing high-quality hay for the animals.
Surface Forms
Morphology
tedder = ted (semi-transparent) = ted + er
The word is a regular agent noun built from the verb 'ted' plus '-er', but the base verb is uncommon and specialized for haymaking.
Etymology
The word tedder comes from the farming verb ted, which means 'to spread or turn hay' so it can dry. A tedder is a person who teds the hay by hand, turning and spreading it to make sure it dries evenly.
