Definitions

1. noun

The part of a vehicle, especially a carriage or a chariot, on which the driver sits.

“The horse-drawn carriage had a sturdy thill where the driver sat.”

2. noun

A raised platform or structure at the back of a vehicle, especially a carriage or a wagon.

“The horse-drawn wagon had a large thill at the back where the goods were loaded.”

3. noun

A raised platform or structure for supporting a load, especially in a mine or a quarry.

“The miners used a thill to support the heavy load of coal.”

4. noun

A long beam or spar used as a support, especially in a mine or a quarry.

“The thill was used to support the roof of the mine.”