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Chaff

Noun / tʃæf / Another word for chaff — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Chaff is the husks of corn or other seed separated by winnowing or threshing. It can also mean worthless things or jokes.

Synonyms & similar words

jolly banter straw stubble kid husk stalk josh shuck husks straw rubbish trash waste junk garbage detritus debris dregs scrap leavings residue remnants leftovers offscourings fluff feathers lint fuzz

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Example sentences

  1. The farmer separated the chaff from the grain.
  2. The wind blew away the chaff.
  3. There was so much chaff in the garage, he had to clean it out.
  4. He liked to chaff his friends by telling silly jokes.
  5. She didnt like the chaff on her clothes after playing in the hay bales.

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