tilthe

Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

Inherited from Old English tilþ; equivalent to tilyen +‎ -the (abstract nominal suffix).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈtilθ(ə)/

Noun

tilthe (plural telthis)

  1. The process of agriculture; managing a farm, especially crops.
  2. Agricultural produce; the results of agriculture.
  3. A portion or section of land utilised for agriculture.
  4. (rare) An indentation in the soil for planting.

Descendants

  • English: tilth

References

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