snowplough
Britishnoun
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an implement or vehicle for clearing away snow
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skiing a technique of turning the points of the skis inwards to turn or stop
Example Sentences
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The Scottish gritter and snowplough fleet is out in force across the nation's road network - with names like Sir Andy Flurry, Robert Brrrns, and Plougher O'Scotland.
From BBC • Jan. 3, 2026
Marvel star Jeremy Renner has taken his first role since his 2023 snowplough accident, joining the cast of the third Knives Out film.
From BBC • May 31, 2024
When the snowplough started skidding on the ice, Renner said he put a foot out of the cab to check whether Alex was in its way, without setting the parking brake.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2023
Travel problems across the country were being exacerbated by a shortage of snowplough operators, with low pay rates being blamed.
From BBC • Dec. 24, 2022
And her a lady that can turn off copy like a rotary snowplough in a Dakota blizzard!
From The Gentleman from Indiana by Tarkington, Booth
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