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hatchel

/hætʃəl/ noun · British & US
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What does hatchel mean?

noun

A hatchel is a tool used to hatch or separate flax or other fibrous plants, typically consisting of a series of rollers or combs.

Example

"The farmer used a hatchel to separate the flax fibers from the rest of the plant."

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