
Episode 112: Northern Messenger
The History of English Podcast
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Exploring the Parts and Usage of a Scythe
This chapter delves into the various components of a scythe, such as the unique curved blade called the 'sneeze', and touches upon the pronunciation of 'blade' as 'bleed'. The conversation also covers topics like the historical significance of scythes in farming, the optimal timing of scything, and the contrasting scything practices across different countries, as well as the introduction of machines and the impact of Irish immigrants on scything techniques.
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