Plural of hay; dried grass or other plants used as animal feed, or a surname.
From Old English 'heg,' related to Old Norse 'hey' and German 'Heu.' The word comes from a Germanic root meaning 'that which is cut,' referring to mowed grass.
The phrase 'make hay while the sun shines' reflects ancient agricultural wisdom - hay must be cut and dried quickly in good weather, or it will rot and become worthless, making timing absolutely crucial.
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