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To cut and gather in crops of grain such as wheat?

The process of cutting and gathering in crops of grain such as wheat is called harvesting.

Here's a breakdown of the process:

1. Cutting:

* Combine harvester: This is the most common modern method. A combine harvester cuts the grain, threshes it (separates the grain from the stalk), and cleans it.

* Reaping: In traditional methods, a reaper (a machine or tool) cuts the grain and lays it in rows for gathering.

2. Gathering:

* Binding: After cutting, the grain is often bound into sheaves (bundles) for easier handling.

* Threshing: Separating the grain from the stalks.

* Cleaning: Removing chaff and other debris from the grain.

3. Storage:

* The harvested grain is stored in silos, grain bins, or other storage facilities.

Other related terms:

* Reaping: The act of cutting the grain.

* Binding: Tying the cut grain into sheaves.

* Threshing: Separating the grain from the stalks.

* Winnowing: Removing chaff and light debris from the grain using wind.

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