Snowplough

Snowplough
Snowplow Snow"plow`, Snowplough Snow"plough`, n. An implement operating like a plow, but on a larger scale, for clearing away the snow from roads, railways, etc. [1913 Webster]

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  • snowplough — n. (US snowplow) a device, or a vehicle equipped with one, for clearing roads of thick snow …   Useful english dictionary

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