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Plowed: meaning, definitions and examples

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plowed

 

[ plaʊd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

agricultural action

Plowed is the past tense of plow, which refers to the act of turning over the soil in preparation for planting crops. This agricultural process involves using a plow, a tool designed for this specific purpose, to aerate and mix the soil, making it more conducive for farming. Plowing can also help control weeds and manage soil moisture levels, leading to healthier crop growth. It's a common practice in farming and gardening, and its importance has been recognized for centuries in agriculture.

Synonyms

cultivated, tilled, turned

Examples of usage

  • The farmer plowed the field before planting.
  • After the winter, they plowed the garden to prepare for spring.
  • He plowed the land to improve its fertility.
  • The fields were plowed thoroughly for the new season.

Translations

Translations of the word "plowed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 arado

🇮🇳 जुताई किया हुआ

🇩🇪 gepflügt

🇮🇩 dibajak

🇺🇦 зораний

🇵🇱 zaoraný

🇯🇵 耕された

🇫🇷 labouré

🇪🇸 arado

🇹🇷 sürülmüş

🇰🇷 갈아엎어진

🇸🇦 محروث

🇨🇿 orán

🇸🇰 oraný

🇨🇳 耕作的

🇸🇮 orano

🇮🇸 plægður

🇰🇿 жыртылған

🇬🇪 დასათესავი

🇦🇿 yeri əkin edilmiş

🇲🇽 arado

Etymology

The word 'plow' originates from Old English 'plūge', which meant 'plough' or 'to turn over soil'. This term is traced back to Proto-Germanic *plughwō, and further to Proto-Indo-European *plōw-, meaning 'to flow' or 'to swell'. The concept of plowing is deeply rooted in agricultural practices, symbolizing humanity's transition from nomadic hunter-gatherer societies to settled farming communities. Over time, plowing evolved from basic hand tools to more complicated machinery, reflecting advancements in technology and farming methods. The act of plowing is not only vital for food production but also carries cultural significance in many societies, representing hard work, growth, and the cyclical nature of life.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,483, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.