Backhoe (noun)

1. A type of shovel or digging machine mounted on the back of a vehicle, used for excavation and heavy construction work.
2. A large, heavy-duty vehicle equipped with a digging arm and a scoop or bucket, used for digging and excavation.

Origin:

A blend of 'back' and 'hoe' meaning 'a type of shovel mounted on the back of a vehicle'.

Examples:

1. The backhoe was used to dig the foundation for the new building.
2. The backhoe operator skillfully dug the trench for the underground utilities.
3. The backhoe was indispensable for removing the rubble from the destroyed building.
4. The backhoe was rented for the weekend to remove the stumps from the yard.
5. The backhoe was crucial for digging the new pond on the property.