Meaning of the word ho in English

What does ho mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ho

US /hoʊ/
UK /həʊ/

Noun

a long-handled gardening tool with a thin metal blade, used for weeding and breaking up soil

Example:
He used a hoe to clear the weeds from the garden.
The farmer tilled the soil with a hoe.

Verb

to use a hoe to cultivate or weed (land)

Example:
She spent the afternoon hoeing the vegetable patch.
We need to hoe the rows before planting the seeds.