bushel

Definitions


[ˈbʊʃl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a measure of capacity equal to 8 gallons (equivalent to 36.4 litres), used for corn, fruit, liquids, etc.

- a measure of capacity equal to 64 US pints (equivalent to 35.2 litres), used for dry goods


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Origin:
Middle English: from Old French boissel, perhaps of Gaulish origin




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