self-feeder

[ self-fee-der, self- ]

noun

1. an apparatus or machine that automatically discharges a supply of some material, especially one consisting of a hopper and a trough for feeding livestock.

self-feeder

noun

1. any machine or device capable of automatically supplying materials when and where they are needed, esp one for making measured quantities of food constantly available to farm livestock

Word History and Origins

Origin of self-feeder¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

The self-feeder is arranged to cut the bands of the sheaves and feed the grain to the cylinder automatically.

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Watch the forks of the pitchers to see that none are loose on the handles, especially if a self-feeder is used.

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(nominal) engine of good type is sufficient for Huntingdon mill, rock breaker, self-feeder and steam pump.

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It is a self-feeder, and requires only a man and two boys to guide its operations.

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