trowel

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a small hand tool with a handle and flat metal blade; used for scooping or spreading plaster or similar materials
  2. verb use a trowel on; for light garden work or plaster work

Etymology

From Middle English trowell, trouel, truel, from Middle French truelle, from Late Latin truella, from Classical Latin trulla, the diminutive of trua (“ladle”). Doublet of trullo.

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