haymaking

/ˈheɪmækɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

the act or process of harvesting and gathering hay, especially by cutting and drying it in the field.

“The farmer spent the day engaged in haymaking, preparing the hay for winter storage.”

2. verb

to cut and gather hay, especially in a field.

“Farmers haymake their fields in the summer to ensure a steady supply of hay.”

Synonyms

  • hay gathering
  • hay harvesting