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The Definition of Silage or Ensilage

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Definition: Silage is grains or hay harvested and stored in a silo. Because silage may ferment and grow molds and bacteria it is unsuitable for horses.
Pronunciation: s ī l ĕ d j
Also Known As: Ensilage
Examples:
We did not feed our horses the silage we fed our cattle.

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