noun

furrow

FUH-roh

Furrow (noun) means a long, narrow trench cut into soil, typically by a plow. Example: “The tractor left neat furrows across the field ready for planting.”

noun

A long, narrow trench cut into soil, typically by a plow.

"The tractor left neat furrows across the field ready for planting."

A deep line or wrinkle in the skin, especially the forehead.

"A furrow appeared on his brow as he read the letter."

verb

To wrinkle, especially the brow, from concentration or worry.

"She furrowed her brow, trying to solve the puzzle."

How to use furrow

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA plowed groove in a field, or a deep wrinkle — most often used today for a wrinkled, worried brow.

Common pairings

furrow one's brow plow a furrow deep furrows

Word forms

furrowed past tense, furrows plural, Furrows plural, furrows singular

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Etymology

From Old English furh, from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "furrow," ultimately related to a Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to dig."

Origin: Old English

Synonyms

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line chase groove seam crease rut wrinkle crinkle chamfer

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Rhymes for furrow

burrow

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Frequently asked questions

What does “furrow” mean?

The word “furrow” means a long, narrow trench cut into soil, typically by a plow. In plain terms, a plowed groove in a field, or a deep wrinkle — most often used today for a wrinkled, worried brow.

How do you pronounce “furrow”?

“Furrow” is pronounced FUH-roh (/ˈfʌɹoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “furrow” in a sentence?

Here is “furrow” used in a sentence: “The tractor left neat furrows across the field ready for planting.”

What part of speech is “furrow”?

Depending on how it is used, “furrow” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “furrow” come from?

The word “furrow” comes from Old English. From Old English furh, from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "furrow," ultimately related to a Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to dig.".

How many meanings does “furrow” have?

“Furrow” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a long, narrow trench cut into soil, typically by a plow.

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