PoliticsJuly 30, 2026
silage
SY-lij
Definition
Fodder, such as grass or corn, that has been compacted and stored in airtight conditions—typically a silo—to undergo fermentation, keeping it nutritious for livestock to eat during winter or droughts.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Spanish 'silaje', which itself comes from 'silo', ultimately originating from the Greek 'siros', meaning a pit for holding grain.
In the news
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