Swoe

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A kind of cutting hoe with sharp edges.

    "I approached the new light hoes, swoes and other garden tools with some degree of scepticism, feeling that weight aided the cutting down operation. After two summers I am quite converted, especially as I am two years older."

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"I approached the new light hoes, swoes and other garden tools with some degree of scepticism, feeling that weight aided the cutting down operation. After two summers I am quite converted, especially as I am two years older."

Etymology

Blend of sword + hoe; originated as a trademark of Wilkinson Sword.

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