Shovel Definition & Meaning
shovel
- noun
- a hand tool for lifting loose material; consists of a curved container or scoop and a handle
- the quantity a shovel can hold
- a fire iron consisting of a small shovel used to scoop coals or ashes in a fireplace
- a machine for excavating
- verb
- dig with or as if with a shovel; "shovel sand"; "he shovelled in the backyard all afternoon long"
"Shovel" in song lyrics
See how shovel is used in real songs:
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"I don't shrug instead of the ramifications of my shovel"
Aesop Rock — Shovel -
"There is a hole in front of the shovel"
Aesop Rock — No City -
"Man, you couldn't dig my youth with your shovel"
Bolo Gah f/ Dragonfly, Long Axe — 18 to Party
Words that rhyme with shovel
Usage tips for "shovel"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "shovel" 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 shovel to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does shovel mean?
- a hand tool for lifting loose material; consists of a curved container or scoop and a handle the quantity a shovel can hold a fire iron consisting of a small shovel used to scoop coals or ashes in a fireplace a machine for excavating dig with or as if with a shovel; "shovel sand"; "he shovelled in the backyard all afternoon long"
- What part of speech is shovel?
- Shovel is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does shovel have?
- Shovel has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).