What does SILOS mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. A tower or pit on a farm used to store grain.
2. A system, process, or department that operates in isolation from others.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsaɪloʊz/
• UK: /ˈsaɪləʊz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "silos" originated from the Greek word "siros" meaning "pit for holding grain". It was first used in English in the late 19th century to describe a tower or pit used to store grain on a farm. In the mid-20th century, the term was also used to describe a system, process, or department that operates in isolation from others, often hindering communication and collaboration.

Synonyms:

• Grain elevator
• Storage bin
• Chamber

Related Words:

• Grain
• Store
• Stack
• Barns
• Farms

Example Sentences:

1. The farmer filled the silos with wheat before the winter.
2. The companys silos prevented departments from collaborating effectively.