Quick links
snowplough†
DCHP-1 (pre-1967)
Entry from the DCHP-1 (pre-1967)
This entry may contain outdated or offensive information, terms, and examples.
n.
any of various devices for clearing snow off roads, railway tracks, etc.; in modern use, usually, a vehicle equipped with a blade for this purpose.
Quotations
1849
[Settlers] are of course indispensable along a road at intervals, to keep it clear of snow in winter, by means of the simple snowplough, like the letter A laid on the ground and drawn by horses or bullocks.
1854
In consequence of a snow plough being in front of the Express engine, and it blowing a heavy storm at the time, the Engineer did not perceive the warning.
1895
The snow-plough made its first appearance on the street this morning.
1966
How many even knew where to find someone with a snowplow for hire?