Definition

A part of a farming tool that cuts into the soil to create a furrow for planting seeds.

Example

The farmer replaced the old plowshare with a new one to improve his plowing efficiency.

Conversation

I was watching a video about farming techniques yesterday.

Oh really? What did they talk about?

They mentioned how important the plowshare is for cutting through tough soil.

That makes sense! A good plowshare can really make a difference in crop yield.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Plowshare → The word is formed from "plow" (from Old English *plōwian*, meaning to turn up the earth) and "share" (from Old English *scear*, meaning a cutting tool or blade). A plowshare refers to the blade of a plow that cuts into the soil, turning it over for cultivation.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'plow' as a tool that 'turns up the earth' and the 'share' as the 'cutting blade' that helps in farming. Together, they describe the part of the plow that cuts into the ground.

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