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rototiller

 

[ ˈroʊtəˌtɪlər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

gardening tool

A rototiller is a gardening tool that uses rotating blades or tines to break up soil, making it suitable for planting. It can be powered by gasoline or electricity, and is often used for soil preparation in gardens and farms. Rototillers come in various sizes, from small hand-held models to larger machines suitable for commercial use.

Synonyms

cultivator, soil tiller, tiller

Examples of usage

  • He used a rototiller to prepare the garden beds.
  • The farmer rented a rototiller to cultivate the field.
  • After using the rototiller, the soil was soft and ready for planting.

Translations

Translations of the word "rototiller" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cultivador rotativo

🇮🇳 रोटोटिलर

🇩🇪 Rototiller

🇮🇩 penggali tanah

🇺🇦 роторний культиватор

🇵🇱 glebogryzarka

🇯🇵 ロータリー耕運機

🇫🇷 motoculteur

🇪🇸 cultivador rotativo

🇹🇷 kültivatör

🇰🇷 로타리 경운기

🇸🇦 محراث دوار

🇨🇿 rotavátor

🇸🇰 rotavátor

🇨🇳 旋耕机

🇸🇮 rotavator

🇮🇸 snúningur

🇰🇿 роторлы культиватор

🇬🇪 როტოტილერი

🇦🇿 rototiller

🇲🇽 cultivador rotativo

Etymology

The term 'rototiller' originated in the United States during the early 20th century. It is derived from the combination of 'roto', meaning to rotate, and 'tiller', which refers to a tool used for turning soil. The invention of powered tillers revolutionized gardening and farming, allowing for much easier soil preparation compared to traditional hand tools. The rototiller became particularly popular in the post-World War II era, as home gardening surged in popularity, partly due to the suburban expansion and a growing interest in self-sufficiency and organic gardening. Improvements in technology have led to the development of various models, making rototillers accessible to both amateur gardeners and professional landscapers, and they remain an essential tool in modern horticulture.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,802, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.