ditch spade
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Definition
- Noun:
- A long-handled spade for digging narrow ditches: A "ditch spade" is a specialized digging tool. It has a long handle and a narrow blade designed specifically for the task of digging trenches or narrow ditches.
Usage
- The primary use of a "ditch spade" is for manual excavation of narrow, linear trenches for purposes like drainage, irrigation, or laying pipes or cables.
Examples
- Noun:
- The farmer used a ditch spade to dig a trench for the new irrigation line.
- For that drainage project, you'll need a proper ditch spade, not a regular shovel.
Advanced Usage
- The term is specific to tools and manual labor. It is often used in agricultural, landscaping, or construction contexts to specify the exact tool required for a particular digging job.
Variants and Related Words
- Drain spade: A similar tool, often used interchangeably, though sometimes with a slightly different blade shape.
- Trenching shovel: A general term for shovels designed for digging trenches, which may include a "ditch spade."
- Spade: The general category of tools with a flat blade and a handle, used for digging.
Synonyms
- Trenching spade
- Drain shovel
Related Phrases
- To dig a ditch: The action performed with a ditch spade.
- Ditch digging: The activity or job for which a ditch spade is used.
Noun
- a spade with a long handle for digging narrow ditches