hayseed

English

noun
Definitions
  • (countable) Seeds from grass that has become hay.
  • (countable) Cruft from bits of hay that sticks to clothing, etc.
  • (countable) A rustic person; a yokel or bumpkin.

Etymology

Compound from English hay + English seed.

Origin

English

seed

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