What is another word for snowplow?

Pronunciation: [snˈə͡ʊpla͡ʊ] (IPA)

Looking for different ways to describe a snowplow? Here are some synonyms to consider: snow-clearing machine, snow mover, snow blower, snow grader, snow sweeper, snow pusher, snow scraper, snow tractor, snow groomer, and winter maintenance vehicle. While all of these terms refer to a vehicle designed for clearing snow, each has its own nuanced connotation and may be more appropriate for different contexts. For example, "snow groomer" might be a better descriptor for a machine used to maintain ski slopes, while "snow sweeper" could be used to refer to a vehicle that follows behind a plow to clean up leftover snow.

Synonyms for Snowplow:

What are the hypernyms for Snowplow?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    road maintenance vehicle, snow removal equipment, winter maintenance equipment.

Usage examples for Snowplow

Denver asking Marionville if it can put its snowplow through and try to buck the drifts from this side.
"The White Desert"
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They had gone from here also, hurrying humans fleeing with the last snowplow before the tempest, beings afraid to remain, once the lines of communication were broken.
"The White Desert"
Courtney Ryley Cooper
Medaine Robinette had remained behind in the rough care of the snow crews, while he, revived by steaming coffee and hot food, had been brought down on a smaller snowplow, running constantly, and without extra power, between Tollifer and "the front", that the lines of communication be kept open.
"The White Desert"
Courtney Ryley Cooper

Famous quotes with Snowplow

  • This would not be a problem if I were driving a snowplow.
    Aaron Allston

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