hatchel
hatch·el
hatchel · hatchels · hatcheled / hatchelled · hatcheling
To separate with a hatchel, or combTo separate (flax fibers) with a hatchel, or comb.
/ˈhæt͡ʃəl/
Meaning
1 sensesTo separate (flax fibers) with a hatchel, or comb.
comb with a heckle
Origin
From Middle English hechele, of West Germanic origin, related to the root of hook. DoubletFrom Middle English hechele, of West Germanic origin, related to the root of hook. Doublet of hackle and heckle.
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Forms
hatchels, hatcheling, hatcheled, hatcheled| Base form | hatchel · to hatchel |
|---|---|
| 3rd person singular | hatchels |
| Present participle | hatcheling |
| Past simple | hatcheled / hatchelled |
| Past participle | hatcheled / hatchelled |
regular · Lesson
Synonyms
2 synonymsWord family
3 related wordsLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle