Vocabulary Entry

harrow

|noun • verb • verb

noun

A light frame with sharp metal prongs used for breaking up and smoothing soil.

Example Sentences

"The farmer used a harrow to prepare the field for planting."

"After the soil was tilled, he followed up with the harrow for a finer finish."

"In gardening, a small harrow can be effective for aerating the soil."

verb

Example Sentences

"He will harrow the garden to ensure proper seed growth."

"After fertilizing the field, she needs to harrow it to mix the nutrients into the soil."

"The ground was harrowed to create a suitable bed for the new plants."

verb

Example Sentences

"The tragic news continued to harrow her thoughts long after she had heard it."

"He was harrowed by memories of the past that resurfaced unexpectedly."

"The relentless guilt seemed to harrow his conscience every day."