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harrow

Pronunciation: /ˈharəʊ/

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Definition of harrow

noun

  • an implement consisting of a heavy frame set with teeth or tines which is dragged over ploughed land to break up clods, remove weeds, and cover seed.

verb

[with object]
  • 1draw a harrow over (land): they ploughed and harrowed the heavy clay
  • 2cause distress to:Todd could take it, whereas I’m harrowed by it

Derivatives

harrower

noun

Origin:

Middle English: from Old Norse herfi; obscurely related to Dutch hark 'rake'

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