hoe
hoe
hoʊ
how
/hˈə‍ʊ/

Definition & Meaning of "hoe"in English

Hoe
01

a gardening tool with a thin metal blade attached to a long handle, used for cultivating and breaking up the surface of the ground, as well as removing weeds

hoe definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
Composition
Simple
countable
plural form
hoes

What is a "hoe"?

A hoe is a gardening tool with a long handle and a flat or slightly angled blade at one end, used for breaking up soil, removing weeds, and shaping planting rows. It is useful for preparing soil before planting and keeping gardens tidy by cutting away unwanted plants. Different types of hoes are designed for specific tasks, such as loosening soil or clearing weeds in tight spaces. The simple design makes it an essential tool for farming and gardening.

to hoe
01

to break up the surface of the ground, remove weeds, etc. using a gardening tool with a thin metal blade attached to a long handle

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
action verb
regular
present tense
hoe
3rd person singular
hoes
present participle
hoeing
past simple
hoed
past participle
hoed
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