Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sproat
noun
/sprɔt/
Definition
A tool or part resembling a prong or a fork, often used in agricultural contexts.
Examples
- The farmer used a sproat to aerate the soil in his garden.
- During the demonstration, the blacksmith crafted a new sproat for the plow.
- She carefully placed the sproat into the ground to ensure a straight row for planting.
Meaning
In specific farming or tool-making contexts, a sproat can refer to a pointed implement or point used in various cultivation tasks.
Synonyms
- prong
- fork
- spike
