TJNP EMHKZ MRL….. (Please refer to your newspaper for complete puzzle.)
TODAY’S CLUE: E = C
ANSWER: WHAT COULD ONE CALL A GRAIN-HACKING TOOL WITH TWO CUTTING BLADES RATHER THAN ONE? A BI-SICKLE.
Sickle
Agricultural Hand Tool
Overview
A sickle is a hand tool with a curved blade used primarily for harvesting grain crops or cutting grass.
Design
The tool typically has a short handle attached to a curved metal blade that allows the user to gather and cut vegetation efficiently.
Historical Use
Sickles have been used since ancient times and were important tools in early agricultural societies.
Harvesting
Farmers traditionally used sickles to harvest crops such as wheat, barley, and other grains.
Materials
The blade is commonly made of metal while the handle may be made of wood or other durable materials.
Modern Role
Although modern farming machinery performs most harvesting today, sickles are still used in small-scale agriculture and gardening.
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