| 单词 | multuring |
| 释义 | > as lemmasˈmulturing ˈmulturing n. rare the exaction of the toll of multure; (formerly also) †the grinding of corn. ΚΠ 1829 R. Sharp Diary 17 Nov. (1997) 233 He says the Miller shall not grind for him any more, this to him is the unkindest cut of all..for Tom finds such a pleasure in Moultering as none but Millers know. 1965 Sc. National Dict. VI. 361/1 It was the custom at many small mills [c1905–10] for the miller to take so much flour or meal from each sack he ground as payment for his services. This was known as ‘mootering’. < as lemmas |
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