shovel

¹shov·el

noun \ˈshə-vəl\

Definition of SHOVEL

1

a : a hand implement consisting of a broad scoop or a more or less hollowed out blade with a handle used to lift and throw material b : something that resembles a shovel c : an excavating machine; especially : a hydraulic diesel-engine driven power shovel

2

: shovelful

Origin of SHOVEL

Middle English, from Old English scofl; akin to Old High German scūfla shovel, Old English scūfan to thrust away

First Known Use: before 12th century

Rhymes with SHOVEL

hovel