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Kiln (Mill)

A structure with a drying floor of perforated clay tiles or metal plates, below which heat is provided by a fire. Used to dry seed crops for storage, or to roast oats prior to SHELLING. Mostly found in the wetter parts of the UK. May be separate or part of the mill building.

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