Bushel
/ˈbʊʃl/noun
A unit of measure for dry goods, equal to 8 gallons or 4 pecks.
He bought a bushel of apples.
Often appears as...
- bushel of apples
- bushel of corn
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Measurement Precision
A bushel is a precise volume; not used for liquids, mostly for agricultural products.
Farmers often sell wheat by the bushel.
Pro Tip 2/3Historic Origin
Originally a bushel was a basket you could fill; now, it's a standard measure.
A bushel basket can still be seen at some local markets.
Pro Tip 3/3American Usage
In the U.S., bushels are commonly used in agriculture, less so in everyday life.
Corn yields are reported in bushels per acre.
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