Plow Definition & Meaning

plow
noun
  1. a farm tool having one or more heavy blades to break the soil and cut a furrow prior to sowing
verb
  1. to break and turn over earth especially with a plow; "Farmer Jones plowed his east field last week"; "turn the earth in the Spring"
  2. act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression; "This book deals with incest"; "The course covered all of Western Civilization"; "The new book treats the history of China"
  3. move in a way resembling that of a plow cutting into or going through the soil; "The ship plowed through the water"

"Plow" in song lyrics

See how plow is used in real songs:

  • "To benefit consumption for my peers steering the plow"
    Aesop Rock — Water
  • "Plow!"
    The Beatnuts — However Whenever (You Want It)
  • "Still I'm in the field, ain't no tellin' what I might plow"
    Bubba Sparxxx — Disappear (Bonus Track)

Words that rhyme with plow

Usage tips for "plow"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "plow" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for plow to find words that pair well.

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