Synonyms for

Hoes

Verb / həʊz / Another word for hoes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A hoe is a tool used for gardening or farming. It has a long handle and a flat blade for digging.

Synonyms & similar words

hoe shovel spade trowel rake fork cultivator plow mattock adze pick axe chopper machete scythe sickle billhook pruner shears clippers

Example sentences

  1. I need to buy a new hoe for my garden.
  2. My grandfather used to farm with a hoe.
  3. The farmer used a hoe to plant the seeds.
  4. I dug a hole with a hoe to plant my flowers.
  5. I used a hoe to turn over the soil in my garden.

Quotes

  • The hoe is mightier than the sword.
  • Give me a hoe and a place to stand, and I will move the earth.
  • The best fertilizer is the farmer's shadow.

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