besteer

/ˈbɛstər/

Definitions

1. verb

to press or pack something tightly, especially hay or grain, into a stack or container.

“The farmer besteered the hay into the barn for the winter.”

2. noun

a device used for besteering, typically consisting of a series of metal bars or spikes.

“The old besteer was still in good condition, despite being over a century old.”

Synonyms

  • compress
  • pack

Antonyms

  • loosen
  • untighten