fallen ears of grain; gleanings
Refers to ears of grain that have fallen to the ground during harvest, often gathered afterward. Used in agricultural or literary contexts.
Long ago, picking up fallen ears of grain was a job for children.
落ち穂拾いの絵画は有名だ。
The painting of gleaners is famous.
Standard spelling with okurigana, clearly indicating the reading.
Kanji-only spelling; less common but still used, especially in literary or compact contexts.
Compound of 落ち (ochi, 'falling') + 穂 (ho, 'ear of grain'). The reading おちぼ is a straightforward combination.