Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for SHOV'EL
SHOV'EL, n. [shuv'l; Sax. scofl; G. schaufel; D. schoffel, schop; Dan. skuffe, a scoop or shovel; from shoving.]
An instrument consisting of a broad scoop or hollow blade with a handle; used for throwing earth or other loose substances.
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