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1sickle
noun sick·le \ˈsi-kəl\
: a tool with a curved metal blade attached to a short handle that is used for cutting grass, grain, etc.
Full Definition of SICKLE
1
: an agricultural implement consisting of a curved metal blade with a short handle fitted on a tang
2
: the cutting mechanism (as of a reaper, combine, or mower) consisting of a bar with a series of cutting elements
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Origin of SICKLE
Middle English sikel, from Old English sicol, from Latin secula sickle, from secare to cut — more at saw
First Known Use: before 12th century
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2sickle
adjective
Definition of SICKLE
: having the form of a sickle blade : having a curve similar to that of a sickle blade <the sickle moon>
First Known Use of SICKLE
1688
3sickle
verb
sick·ledsick·ling \ˈsi-k(ə-)liŋ\
Definition of SICKLE
transitive verb
1
: to mow or reap with a sickle
2
: to change (a red blood cell) into a sickle cell
intransitive verb
: to change into a sickle cell <the ability of red blood cells to sickle>
First Known Use of SICKLE
1922
SICKLE Defined for Kids
sickle
noun sick·le \ˈsi-kəl\
Definition of SICKLE for Kids
: a tool with a sharp curved blade and a short handle used especially to cut grass and grain
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