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Spade

Spayd

/ˈspeɪd/

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Syllable breakdown

spade

Dictionary meaning

A sturdy hand shovel that can be pushed into the earth with the foot.

Examples

  • They led the hand with a low spade.
  • I spade compost into the flower beds.

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