How Do You Spell SHOVEGROAT?
Pronunciation: [ʃˈʌvɪɡɹˌə͡ʊt] (IPA) 
Correct spelling for the English word "Shovegroat" is [ʃˈʌvɪɡɹˌə͡ʊt], [ʃˈʌvɪɡɹˌəʊt], [ʃ_ˈʌ_v_ɪ_ɡ_ɹ_ˌəʊ_t] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Pronunciation: [ʃˈʌvɪɡɹˌə͡ʊt] (IPA)
Correct spelling for the English word "Shovegroat" is [ʃˈʌvɪɡɹˌə͡ʊt], [ʃˈʌvɪɡɹˌəʊt], [ʃ_ˈʌ_v_ɪ_ɡ_ɹ_ˌəʊ_t] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Shovegroat is an archaic term that refers to a historical sport or game played with a large coin or disc on a flat surface. Typically played in the 17th and 18th centuries, it was a popular pastime in England and Scotland.
In shovegroat, players would take turns sliding or shoving the coin along a smooth wooden board or table, aiming to land it as close as possible to a predetermined target or mark on the surface. The objective of the game was to obtain the maximum score by placing the coin closest to the target, with various scoring rules and distances depending on regional variations.
The name "shovegroat" is derived from the Middle English words "shove," meaning to push forcefully, and "groat," referring to a former English silver coin. As such, the term essentially translates to "shoving a coin."
While the exact origins of the game are unclear, it is believed to have evolved from earlier tabletop games like shuffling board or shovelboard. Shovegroat was often played in taverns, public squares, or indoor entertainment venues, providing social interaction and amusement for participants and spectators alike.
Today, shovegroat has largely fallen out of practice and is considered a historical curiosity. However, some similar games inspired by it, such as shuffleboard, can still be seen in certain regions, showcasing the enduring legacy of this ancient game.
The word "Shovegroat" is derived from two separate terms: "shove" and "groat".
The term "shove" is derived from the Middle English word "shoven", meaning "to push with force". The word "shove" has roots in Old English and Old High German, with similar meanings of pushing or thrusting.
The term "groat" refers to a coin that was formerly used in England and Scotland. It was first issued in the 14th century and made of silver. The name "groat" comes from the Dutch word "groot", meaning "great" or "large".
In the game of shoving groat (or shovegroat), a silver coin (groat) was pushed with force (shove) along a table or board, aiming to land in specific areas.
