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trowels

The correct spelling is trowels.

How to pronounce trowels

noun

Say it like: Tro-wel-s

The correct spelling is trowels. A mason’s tool, used in spreading and dressing mortar, and breaking bricks to shape them. For example: "I need to dig a hole for these begonias; would you pass me that trowel?"

Usage Examples

I need to dig a hole for these begonias; would you pass me that trowel?

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A mason’s tool, used in spreading and dressing mortar, and breaking bricks to shape them.
  2. 2.A gardener’s tool, shaped like a scoop, used in taking up plants, stirring soil etc.
  3. 3.A tool used for smoothing a mold.

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