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1scythe
noun \ˈsīth, ˈsī\
: a farming tool with a curved blade and long handle that is used for cutting grass, grain, etc.
Full Definition of SCYTHE
: an implement used for mowing (as grass) and composed of a long curving blade fastened at an angle to a long handle
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Origin of SCYTHE
Middle English sithe, from Old English sīthe; akin to Old English sagu saw — more at saw
First Known Use: before 12th century
Other Agriculture/Gardening Terms
2scythe
verb
: to cut (something, such as grass or grain) with a scythe
scythedscyth·ing
Full Definition of SCYTHE
intransitive verb
: to use a scythe
transitive verb
: to cut with or as if with a scythe <scything cornstalks>
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First Known Use of SCYTHE
circa 1580
SCYTHE Defined for Kids
scythe
noun \ˈsīth\
Definition of SCYTHE for Kids
: a tool with a curved blade on a long curved handle that is used to mow grass or grain by hand
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