shovels Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition plural noun. tools with a broad blade and handle used for digging or moving material. Example Sentence We left the shovels in the sand. More Example Sentences He used shovels to clear the snow. Synonyms spades; scoops; trowels Antonyms packing Hear It! Say It! Write It! shovels Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: