Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hoe-in

Noun
/hoʊ ɪn/
Definition
A hoe-in is a gardening tool with a broad blades used to cultivate the ground, remove weeds, and prepare soil for planting.
Examples
  • After a long day of hoeing in the garden, she admired her freshly tilled rows.
  • The farmer decided to hoe-in the new seeds to ensure they were well covered in soil.
  • Using a hoe-in can save you time and effort when preparing your garden bed.
Meaning
The term hoe-in refers to using a hoe in gardening practices to effectively till or aerate the soil, making it more suitable for planting seeds or crops.
Synonyms
  • cultivator
  • tiller
  • spade
  • weeder