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trowel

 

[ ˈtraʊəl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

construction

A small handheld tool with a flat, pointed blade, used for spreading and smoothing mortar or plaster.

Synonyms

implement, spatula, tool

Examples of usage

  • The bricklayer used a trowel to spread the mortar evenly.
  • She carefully smoothed the plaster with a trowel.
  • The apprentice learned how to use the trowel efficiently.
  • The trowel is an essential tool for any construction work.
  • I need to buy a new trowel for my next project.

Translations

Translations of the word "trowel" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pá de jardinagem

🇮🇳 कुदाल

🇩🇪 Gartenkelle

🇮🇩 sekop taman

🇺🇦 садова лопатка

🇵🇱 łopatka ogrodowa

🇯🇵 移植ごて

🇫🇷 truelle de jardin

🇪🇸 paleta de jardín

🇹🇷 bahçe mala

🇰🇷 정원 흙손

🇸🇦 مجرفة الحديقة

🇨🇿 zahradní lopatka

🇸🇰 záhradná lopatka

🇨🇳 园艺铲

🇸🇮 vrtna lopatica

🇮🇸 garðskófla

🇰🇿 бақша күрек

🇬🇪 ბაღის ნიჩაბი

🇦🇿 bağ bel

🇲🇽 pala de jardín

Etymology

The word 'trowel' originated from the Old English word 'trowel' or 'trowell', which ultimately comes from the Latin word 'trulla', meaning 'a small ladle'. The use of trowels dates back to ancient times, where they were used in masonry and construction work. Over the centuries, trowels have become indispensable tools for various trades, including bricklaying, plastering, and gardening.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,812, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.