What does HULLS mean?

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Definitions

Noun: The outer covering of a seed or fruit, especially the pod of peas or beans.

Verb: To remove the outer covering of a seed or fruit.

Pronunciations

US: /hʌlz/

UK: /hʌlz/

Origin and Usage

The word "hulls" originated from the Old English word "hulu" which means husk or pod. The noun form of "hulls" refers to the outer covering of a seed or fruit, especially the pod of peas or beans. The verb form of "hulls" means to remove the outer covering of a seed or fruit.

Synonyms

Shells, husks, pods, coverings, casings.

Related Words

Seeds, beans, grains, nuts, shells.

Example Sentences

• The farmer harvested the peas and then removed the hulls.
• The hulls of the beans were used to make a nutritious soup.
• She spent the afternoon hulling walnuts for her baking.