Definition of

Shovel

Latin is where we can establish that the etymological origin of shovel is found. Exactly it derives from the noun "pala", which is the result of the union of two lexical components of said language:

-The name "palus", which can be translated as "stick".

-The instrumental suffix «-la».

A shovel is a tool that has a handle of a certain length and a metal, plastic or wooden board at one end. It is generally used for digging , introducing the rounded or rectangular blade into the ground.

ShovelThere are multiple types of shovels depending on their specific uses. Typically, this utensil is used when you want to extract or move materials . The shovel board is curved to make it easy to lift objects and remove them from their original location.

Shovels have been used in agriculture and construction since ancient times. Over time, machines emerged that allow digging and moving earth or debris without the need to use force.

Shovels are also frequently used in gardening . With a shovel you can dig, create trenches or transplant a specimen.

Of course, within gardening shovels there are several different types depending on the activity that is going to be carried out with them and the shape they have. Thus, we can talk about shovel shovels, round-tip shovels, transplant shovels and square-tip shovels.

In the same way, we cannot ignore that there is also what are oven shovels. These, as their name indicates, are those that are characterized because they are used by bakers mainly to remove the food they have prepared from the aforementioned oven. To prevent them from burning, they have a very long handle while the iron is wide and flat.

A shovel can even be a children's toy . It is common for children to play with small shovels, rakes and buckets on the beach . In this framework, shovels allow them to dig wells and gather sand that they use to build castles or other structures.

The dustpan , also called a dustpan , is used to collect dust and debris swept up with a broom. This shovel must be placed on the ground and then, with the broom, the garbage is pushed towards it. In this way it is possible to lift the waste and deposit it in a basket or bin.

Likewise, you should know that the rackets used to play paddle tennis are also known as rackets. In order to adapt to the experience of the players and their physical characteristics, there are different types of them.

Thus, if we take into account their shape, they can be round, diamond or hybrid. On the contrary, if what we take into consideration is the rubber they incorporate, there are two different models: those made of FOAM and those made of EVA rubber.

Windmills , finally, have blades or blades . These are the arms that rotate with the action of the air and that start the mechanism of the machine.