What does BALES mean?

Parts of Speech

Bales is a noun.

Definitions

Bales refers to large bundles of material, typically hay or cotton, tightly bound with twine or wire.

Pronunciations

• US: /beɪlz/
• UK: /beɪlz/

Origin and Usage

The word bales originated from the Old French word "bale" which means a bundle of goods. It has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to bundles of goods such as cotton, hay, and wool, which are tightly bound with twine or wire for transportation or storage.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for bales include bundles, packages, stacks, and loads.

Related Words

Related 5 letter words to bales include ables, bakes, blase, and cables.

Example Sentences

• The farmer loaded the bales of hay onto the truck.
• The cotton was compressed into bales for shipment overseas.
• She carried the bales of wool into the barn.