Definition

A machine or person that removes the outer covering from grains or seeds, especially in agriculture.

Example

The farmer used a huller to prepare the rice for cooking.

Conversation

Have you seen the new huller at the farm?

No, I haven't! What does it do?

It removes the hulls from the grains, making the process so much easier.

That sounds really efficient! I’d love to check it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Huller originates from the Old English word 'hyll', meaning hill or mound, combined with the suffix '-er', which denotes a person associated with a specific action or place. A huller is thus a person associated with a hill or mound, often referring to someone who works in agriculture or a specific type of farming.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who works on or near a 'hill' ('hyll') — that's why a huller is a person associated with that area.

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