Word
coulter
Phoneticscoul·ter
US/ˈkoʊɫtɝ/
UK/kˈəʊltɐ/
Definition
n. a sharp blade or wheel on a plow that cuts into the soil. It makes a vertical cut in front of the main plow blade to help turn the earth over smoothly.
n. a vertical blade or disc attached to the beam of a plough, designed to make a preliminary cut in the turf or soil ahead of the ploughshare.
Examples
“The farmer checked the coulter for rust before starting the spring plowing.”
“A sharp coulter is essential for cutting through thick grass roots when breaking new ground for a garden.”
“The efficiency of the entire plowing operation depends on the precise alignment of the coulter, which ensures a clean furrow wall and reduces the draft required by the tractor.”
Examples
simple
“The farmer checked the coulter for rust before starting the spring plowing.”
contextual
“A sharp coulter is essential for cutting through thick grass roots when breaking new ground for a garden.”
complex
“The efficiency of the entire plowing operation depends on the precise alignment of the coulter, which ensures a clean furrow wall and reduces the draft required by the tractor.”
Usage
Primarily used in agricultural and technical contexts; often paired with 'disc' or 'knife' to specify the type.
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