glean

C1
Pronunciation
/ɡliːn/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

A collection made by gleaning.

2 Definition

Cleaning; afterbirth

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To collect (grain, grapes, etc.) left behind after the main harvest or gathering.

2 Definition

To gather what is left in (a field or vineyard).

Example Sentences
  • to glean a field
3 Definition

To gather information in small amounts, with implied difficulty, bit by bit.

4 Definition

To frugally accumulate resources from low-yield contexts.