ˈdɪɡər

Definitions

1. noun

A person who digs, especially one who operates a machine for digging.

“The construction site required a team of diggers to excavate the foundation.”

2. noun

A type of insect, such as a beetle or weevil, that digs or burrows into the ground.

“The gardener noticed a digger in the soil, which was eating away at the roots of the plant.”

3. noun

A type of vehicle, typically a tractor, used for digging or excavating.

“The digger broke down on the construction site, causing a delay in the project.”

4. verb

To dig or excavate something, especially using a machine.

“The workers were digging a new tunnel for the subway system.”

5. verb

To eat or destroy something, especially something that is underground, like roots or insects.

“The pests were digging into the tree’s roots, causing it to wither and die.”