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silage
This term refers specifically to the product of anaerobic fermentation, distinguishing it from simple hay or dried fodder. It carries a strong association with industrial agriculture and the logistical necessity of preserving nutrients for livestock during dormant seasons.
As a mass noun, silage is treated as uncountable. It describes a bulk substance rather than individual units, meaning it cannot be pluralized to describe multiple batches. To quantify it, speakers must use partitive constructions such as a load of silage or a ton of silage.
Meanings
Examples
The farmer stored the corn silage in the tall concrete silo.
We need to check the temperature of the silage to ensure it is fermenting correctly.
I wonder if we have enough silage to last the cattle through February.
The smell of fermented silage always reminds me of my grandfather's farm.
Pass me the shovel so I can move some more silage into the trough.
High quality silage provides essential nutrients for dairy cows during winter.
The silage pit was packed tightly to remove all the air.