English Reference

Word

plowing

Phoneticsplow·ing

/ˈpɫaʊɪŋ/

UK spelling · ploughing

Definition

n. the act of turning over the soil to prepare it for planting crops. It is usually done with a heavy machine called a plow.

n. the process of turning over the soil to prepare it for sowing or planting. Often involves the use of a plow or similar agricultural implement.

Examples

“The farmer finished plowing the field by noon.”

“Heavy rain after plowing can lead to soil erosion, making the land less fertile for the upcoming season.”

“Modern conservation techniques often discourage traditional plowing in favor of no-till methods to preserve soil structure and reduce carbon loss.”

Examples

simple

“The farmer finished plowing the field by noon.”

contextual

“Heavy rain after plowing can lead to soil erosion, making the land less fertile for the upcoming season.”

complex

“Modern conservation techniques often discourage traditional plowing in favor of no-till methods to preserve soil structure and reduce carbon loss.”

Real-World Examples

“However, shortly after, Bilal noticed a settler plowing the land.”
Al Jazeera · 25 Sept 2026

Word family

plowNounplowingNoun

Domain

Agriculture

This entry

Level
B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency
Occasional
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