dig

/dɪɡ/

Definitions

1. noun

a hole or excavation in the ground, typically made for a specific purpose

“She fell into a deep dig while gardening.”

2. verb

to remove earth or other material from (a place) using a tool or machine

“The construction team dug a trench for the new pipeline.”

3. verb

to search for or explore something, especially using a systematic method

“Archaeologists dug through the ancient ruins to uncover artifacts.”

4. verb

to engage in a particular activity or pursuit

“He’s been digging into his old hobby of painting lately.”

5. verb

to find fault with or criticize something

“The critics dug into the movie’s weak plot and poor acting.”

Synonyms

  • bore
  • excavate
  • penetrate
  • prospect
  • search

Antonyms

  • build
  • construct
  • create