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Shovel

usgb/ˈʃʌvl/Volume
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Physical LaborPlay
Shovel noun often refers to manual work and outdoor activities. SlideFarmers commonly use a shovel for planting crops.
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Not For PrecisionPlay
For precise garden work, a trowel is more appropriate than the broader shovel. SlideUse a trowel, not a shovel, to transplant seedlings.
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Cultural SymbolPlay
The shovel can symbolize hard work in various cultural expressions. SlideHis hands, rough as they are, are the shovel of his diligence.