bushel

//ˈbʊʃ.əl//
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Noun

bushelSingular
bushelsPlural
1

A unit of dry volume or capacity equal to 8 gallons or 4 pecks, used especially for measuring grain, fruit, and vegetables.

The farmer harvested over 200 bushels of wheat this season.

2

A large quantity or amount of something.

She received a bushel of compliments after her performance.

Synonym

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