How do you pronounce 'scythe'?
scythe
noun, verb
How to pronounce scythe?
The word scythe sounds like scythe
/saɪð/
What is the definition of scythe?
nounan edge tool for cutting grass; has a long handle that must be held with both hands and a curved blade that moves parallel to the ground
verbcut with a scythe
Examples
- scythe grass or grain
What is the definition of scythe?
- A scythe is an agricultural tool with a curved, single-edged blade used for cutting crops such as grass or grain.
How is scythe pronounced?
- The word scythe is pronounced as 'sahyth'.
What is the origin of the word scythe?
- The word scythe originated from the Old English word 'sīthe' and the Old Norse word 'sítja'.
What are some synonyms of scythe?
- Some synonyms of scythe include sickle, reaping hook, and reaper.
What are some related words to scythe?
- Some related words to scythe include harvest, farming, agricultural, blade, and crop.
What are the different types of scythes?
- There are different types of scythes, including the grass scythe, grain scythe, brush scythe, and weed scythe.
How is a scythe used?
- A scythe is used by swinging the curved blade horizontally to cut through vegetation.
What are the parts of a scythe?
- The main parts of a scythe include the blade, tang, snath (handle), grips, and heel.
What is the difference between a scythe and a sickle?
- A scythe has a long curved blade attached to a long handle, while a sickle has a short curved blade attached to a short handle.
Is scything still used today?
- Scything is still used today, especially in areas where manual cutting of crops or vegetation is necessary.
