Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mattock
Noun
/ˈmætək/
Definition
A mattock is a hand tool used for digging, prying, and loosening soil, typically featuring a head with one side shaped like a pick and the other like a hoe.
Examples
- The gardener used a mattock to break up the compacted soil.
- He swung the mattock vigorously to clear the land for planting.
- After digging with the mattock, the bed was ready for sowing seeds.
Meaning
The mattock is versatile, commonly employed by gardeners and farmers for various tasks, including breaking up hard ground and removing roots.
Synonyms
- Hoe
- Pickaxe
- Digging tool
