Spud (?), n. [Cf. Dan. spyd a
spear.] 1. A sharp, narrow spade, usually with a
long handle, used by farmers for digging up large-rooted weeds; a
similarly shaped implement used for various purposes.
My spud these nettles from the stone can
part.
Swyft.
2. A dagger. [Obs.] olland.
3. Anything short and thick; specifically, a
piece of dough boiled in fat. [Local, U.S.]
Spud (?), n. A potato.
[Colloq.]