uncallow

To remove the upper stratum of earth in order to reach the bed of gravel, chalk, or other substance beneath.

Verb

  1. To remove the upper stratum of earth in order to reach the bed of gravel, chalk, or other substance beneath.
    • Owners to uncallow and take off the Soil, Mould, Dirt, or Compost […] - 1736, William Nelson, The Office and Authority of a Justice of Peace, volume 2:

Forms

uncallows uncallowing uncallowed