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hay·fork

 (hā′fôrk′)
n.
1. A hand tool for pitching hay.
2. A machine-operated fork for moving hay.
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hayfork

(ˈheɪˌfɔːk)
n
(Agriculture) a long-handled fork with two long curved prongs, used for moving or turning hay; pitchfork
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Noun1.hayfork - a long-handled fork for turning or lifting hay
fork - an agricultural tool used for lifting or digging; has a handle and metal prongs
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hayfork

[ˈheɪfɔːk] Nbieldo m
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