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Definition of three chute

three chute

Plural:three chutes
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1

A mechanical sorting device, material handling system, or slide configured with three distinct channels used to separate items or direct flow in industrial or manufacturing settings.

Example

"The facility upgraded to a modern three chute color sorter to more efficiently separate the premium coffee beans from the defective ones."


2

An agricultural enclosure, alleyway, or handling facility designed with three parallel lanes, used for sorting, managing, or loading livestock.

Example

"Ranchers guided the cattle through the three chute system to easily divide the herd for seasonal vaccinations."

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Three chute. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/three-chute
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