Snowplowing: meaning, definitions and examples

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snowplowing

 

[ ˈsnoʊˌplaʊɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

snow removal

Snowplowing refers to the process of clearing snow from roadways, driveways, or other surfaces using a snowplow. It is typically performed during or after a snowstorm to ensure safe travel and accessibility.

Synonyms

de-icing, snow clearing, snow removal.

Examples of usage

  • The city invested in new equipment to improve its snowplowing efforts.
  • Snowplowing is essential for maintaining open roads during winter.
  • After the heavy snowfall, the snowplowing crew worked all night.
  • Residents rely on snowplowing services to keep their driveways clear.

Translations

Translations of the word "snowplowing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 remoção de neve

🇮🇳 बर्फ हटाना

🇩🇪 Schneeräumung

🇮🇩 pembersihan salju

🇺🇦 очищення снігу

🇵🇱 odśnieżanie

🇯🇵 除雪

🇫🇷 déneigement

🇪🇸 quitar nieve

🇹🇷 kar temizleme

🇰🇷 제설

🇸🇦 إزالة الثلوج

🇨🇿 odklízení sněhu

🇸🇰 odhrňovanie snehu

🇨🇳 除雪

🇸🇮 odstranjevanje snega

🇮🇸 snjóhreinsun

🇰🇿 қар тазалау

🇬🇪 თოვლის გაწმენდა

🇦🇿 qar təmizləmə

🇲🇽 quitar nieve

Etymology

The term 'snowplow' originated in the early 19th century. It is a compound word derived from 'snow', which comes from Old English 'snāw', and 'plow', which comes from the Proto-Germanic word 'plōwaz'. The use of horse-drawn sleds and wooden plows to clear snow became common in snowy regions, particularly in the United States and Europe. With the advancement of technology, mechanical snowplows were developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, revolutionizing the efficiency of snow removal. Today, snowplowing is an essential service in many municipalities during winter months, often requiring coordination with local governments to ensure roads are safe and accessible for drivers.