kämmät

Kämt is a Finnish word that can refer to several related concepts, primarily concerning a tool used for scraping or cleaning. The most common usage is for a hand-held tool with a stiff brush or a metal blade, designed for removing dirt, debris, or other unwanted material from a surface. This can include tools for cleaning boots, scraping mud off agricultural equipment, or even grooming animal coats.

In a more specific context, kämt can refer to a snow scraper, particularly one used for clearing ice and snow from car windshields. These tools typically feature a plastic blade to dislodge frozen precipitation. The word can also be used more broadly to describe any scraping implement used for a similar purpose, regardless of the specific material being removed. The etymology of kämt is believed to be related to the act of scraping or scratching.