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plow
PLOW
Plow (noun) means the American spelling of plough, a farm implement pulled through soil to turn it over before planting. Example: “The farmer pulled the plow across the field.”
noun
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The American spelling of plough, a farm implement pulled through soil to turn it over before planting.
"The farmer pulled the plow across the field."
"The old plow was rusted from years of use in the barn."
verb
1
The American spelling of plough, meaning to turn over soil with such an implement.
"He plowed the field before planting corn."
"The tractor plowed through the mud."
"They plow the north field every spring."
How to use plow
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishPlow is the American spelling of plough, a tool and action for turning over soil.
When to use it
Use plow in American English; British English uses plough instead.
Common pairings
plow a field
snow plow
horse-drawn plow
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Etymology
This is the standard American spelling of plough, differing from the British form only in spelling.
Rhymes for plow
See all rhymes for plow →Frequently asked questions
Is plow the same as plough?
Yes, plow is simply the American spelling of plough; both refer to the same tool and action.
Can plow be used as a verb?
Yes, to plow means to turn over soil using a plough, typically before planting.
Which spelling should I use, plow or plough?
Use plow in American English and plough in British and most other Commonwealth English.
What is the meaning of plow?
"plow" (noun) means the American spelling of plough, a farm implement pulled through soil to turn it over before planting.
