Pronunciation: /ˈfɜroʊ/

Definitions of furrow

noun a long narrow trench made in the ground by a plow, especially for planting seeds or for irrigation

Example Sentences

A1 The farmer plowed a furrow in the field.

A2 She noticed the furrows on his forehead as he frowned.

B1 The tractor left deep furrows in the mud after heavy rain.

B2 The hiker followed the furrow through the forest, leading to a hidden waterfall.

C1 The archaeologist discovered ancient furrows in the landscape, indicating a long-lost civilization.

C2 The artist captured the intricate details of the furrow in her landscape painting, showcasing her mastery of light and shadow.

verb to make a furrow or furrows in (the ground)

Example Sentences

A1 The farmer furrowed the field before planting the seeds.

A2 She furrowed her brow in confusion when trying to solve the math problem.

B1 The plow furrowed the soil deeply, preparing it for the new crop.

B2 The artist furrowed the canvas with precise lines to create a stunning abstract painting.

C1 The detective furrowed his brow as he tried to piece together the clues of the mysterious case.

C2 The intense concentration furrowed his brow as he prepared for the championship match.

Examples of furrow in a Sentence

formal The farmer plowed the field, creating neat furrows for planting crops.

informal Dad furrowed his brow in confusion when I tried to explain the new technology.

slang She furrowed her brow, trying to figure out the math problem.

figurative The detective furrowed through the evidence to solve the case.

Grammatical Forms of furrow

past tense

furrowed

plural

furrows

comparative

more furrowed

superlative

most furrowed

present tense

furrow

future tense

will furrow

perfect tense

have furrowed

continuous tense

is furrowing

singular

furrow

positive degree

furrow

infinitive

to furrow

gerund

furrowing

participle

furrowed

Origin and Evolution of furrow

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'furrow' originated from Old English 'furh' which meant a trench or a groove made in the ground.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'furrow' has retained its original meaning of a long narrow trench made in the ground for planting seeds or irrigation, but it has also been used metaphorically to describe wrinkles on a person's forehead or a line or crease in any surface.