Trowel Definition & Meaning

trowel
noun
  1. a small hand tool with a handle and flat metal blade; used for scooping or spreading plaster or similar materials
verb
  1. use a trowel on; for light garden work or plaster work

"Trowel" in song lyrics

See how trowel is used in real songs:

  • "faithfully, we want to serve You side by side with sword and trowel"
    The Cross Movement f/M.O.D — Lord
  • "the sword and the trowel"
    AOL — AOL
  • "ames trowel"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "trowel"

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