shovel
noun
an implement consisting of a broad blade or scoop attached to a long handle, used for taking up, removing, or throwing loose matter, as earth, snow, or coal.
shovels
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pluralof shovel.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof shovel (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
shovelnounan implement consisting of a broad blade or scoop attached to a long handle, used for taking up, removing, or throwing loose matter, as earth, snow, or coal.
Example Sentences
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Outside, men sat in groups, some draped in blankets, while others carrying shovels and wearing mining boots appeared to be returning from nearby shafts.
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
What they share is a shortage of shovels.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
"We provide material support - literally the gloves, shovels, protective equipment and body bags they use," said Patrick Griffiths, spokesperson for the ICRC.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
Guitars take the place of shovels, as Henry now repays Carlos’ kindness by helping to save the land that Carlos assumes is ravaged.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026
Once we cleared the weeds, we broke mud clods with short hoes and shovels.
From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez
