Definition of hoe - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
farmingtr./intr. clear weeds or loosen soil using a long-handled tooltr./intr.
- They hoed the field to prepare for planting.
2.
- He was caught hoeing on the streets.
Noun
1.
soil toolgardening tool with a long handle and thin metal blade
- She used a hoe to weed the garden efficiently..
2.
- He was criticized for calling her a hoe.
3.
geographyRare UK land that extends into the seaRare UK
- The lighthouse was built on the hoe.
Images of hoe
gardening tool with a long handle and thin metal blade 
land that extends into the sea
Expressions with hoe
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difficult task or responsibility
Starting a new business is a tough row to hoe.
start working on a task with enthusiasm
The team hoed in the new project with great energy.
work on your own problems or responsibilities alone
He prefers to hoe his own row and not ask for help.
garden tool with a long handle and flat blade for weeding
She used the Dutch hoe to clear the weeds from her vegetable garden..
small gardening tool with a flat blade for manual tasks
He used a hand hoe to weed the garden.
heavy tool for digging and breaking up soil or roots
He used a grub hoe to break up the hard ground.
difficult and lengthy process or task requiring much effort
Finishing the project was a long row to hoe.
start a task with energy and focus
He hoed into the project without any delay.
gardening hoe with a back-and-forth chopping motion
He used an action hoe to clear the weeds.
garden tool with a flat blade used for weeding and cultivating
He used a scuffle hoe to clear the weeds.
difficult situation requiring effort and perseverance
Starting a new business is a tough row to hoe.
work hard and persistently on one's tasks
She had to hoe her row to finish the project on time.
Origin of hoe
Dutch, houweel (pickaxe)
Terms with hoe included in their meaning
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gardening
break up ground with a hoe
gardening tool
hoe used by pushing rather than pulling
tool
type of garden hoe
gardening tool
gardening hoe with a back-and-forth chopping motion
cornbread
cornmeal bread cooked on a flat surface or hoe
agriculture
the action of using a hoe to dig or weed soil
gardening
related to using a hoe for gardening
Examples of hoe in a sentence
He hoed around the plants carefully. She decided to stop hoeing and find a new path. The documentary explored the lives of those hoeing in urban areas. The farmer grabbed his hoe to till the soil. A sturdy hoe is essential for any gardener. The song's lyrics referred to a woman as a hoe.
He apologized for using the term hoe in his speech. Tourists often visit the hoe for its views. The hoe is a popular spot for fishing.
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- French:biner, sarcloir, ...
- German:hacken, Hacke, ...
- Italian:zappare, zappa, ...
- Spanish:cavar, azada, ...
- Portuguese:capinar, enxada, ...
- Chinese:锄地, 锄头, ...
- Japanese:鍬で耕す, 鍬, ...
- Arabic:عَزَقَ, مِعْزَقَة, ...
- Hebrew:לַעֲדוֹר, מַעְדֵּר, ...
- Russian:вспахать, мотыга, ...
- Ukrainian:підготувати, сапа, ...
- Hindi:गुड़ाई करना, खुरपी, ...
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