1. a platform or framework raised on posts to support a haystack or other storage structure
Usage: agricultural; British
2. a young tree left standing when others are cut down
Usage: forestry; British

Examples

• The farmer built a staddle to keep the hay dry and off the ground.
• Old staddles supported the grain storage above the damp earth.
• The forester marked several staddles to remain after the harvest.
• Young oak staddles were left to grow into mature timber trees.
• The traditional staddle stones prevented rats from reaching the stored grain.
• Each staddle was carefully selected for its straight growth and health.