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Shovel
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pelle
a tool that has a long handle with a broad curved metal end, used for moving snow, soil, etc.
What is a "shovel"?
A shovel is a hand tool with a broad, flat blade and a long handle used for digging, lifting, and moving materials such as dirt, sand, snow, or gravel. The blade is typically made of metal and can come in various shapes, such as pointed or flat, depending on the task. Shovels are commonly used in gardening, construction, and outdoor activities. The handle is often made of wood or metal, providing leverage for the user to apply force when digging or scooping.
02
benne, pelle mécanique
a machine for excavating
03
pelle à charbon, pelle de cheminée
a fire iron consisting of a small shovel used to scoop coals or ashes in a fireplace
04
pelle, contenance d'une pelle
the quantity a shovel can hold
to shovel
01
pelleter
to use a rounded blade attached to a long handle to dig or move earth
Transitive: to shovel material somewhere
shovel
n
Exemple
She always kept a shovel in the shed for yard work.
The shovel was perfect for digging holes for planting trees.
He grabbed a shovel to clear the driveway after the snowstorm.
He found a lightweight shovel useful for camping trips.
The shovel's sharp edge made it easier to cut through tough ground.
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