Synonyms for

Bushels

Verb / ˈbʊʃʌlz / Another word for bushels — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Bushels is a unit of measurement used to measure the volume of dry commodities, such as fruit, grains, or vegetables.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. She picked a basket full of apples, which weighed several bushels.
  2. The farmer filled the truck bed with bushels of corn.
  3. We bought bushels of oranges at the market.
  4. He measured the grain in bushels before selling it.
  5. The storage room was filled with bushels of potatoes.

Quotes

  • The apple doesn't fall far from the tree, but it might roll a few bushels away.
  • You can count the number of seeds in an apple, but you can't count the number of apples in a seed.
  • The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.

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