Noah Webster
Spade
SPADE, noun [Latin spatula, from the root of pateo.]
1. An instrument for digging, consisting of a broad palm with a handle.
2. A suit of cards.
3. A deer three years old; written also spaid.
4. A gelded beast. [Latin spado.]
SPADE, noun [Latin spatula, from the root of pateo.]
1. An instrument for digging, consisting of a broad palm with a handle.
2. A suit of cards.
3. A deer three years old; written also spaid.
4. A gelded beast. [Latin spado.]