Chaff cutter

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001059",
  "term": "Chaff cutter",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A mechanical device used in agriculture to cut straw, hay, or other fodder into small pieces, known as chaff. This process makes the feed more palatable and digestible for livestock, reducing waste. Chaff cutters can be manually operated or powered by engines, ranging from small farm implements to large industrial machines.",
  "synonyms": [
    "chaff engine"
  ],
  "subject": "Industrial supplies, equipment, and components",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Häckselmaschine",
    "es": "cortador de paja",
    "fr": "hache-paille"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/chaff-cutter/"
}