Definitions

1. verb

to discover or bring to light something that was previously unknown or hidden, especially a buried or forgotten fact, object, or idea.

“Archaeologists worked tirelessly to unearth the secrets of the ancient city.”

2. verb

to remove or dig up something from the ground, such as a plant, a root, or a buried object.

“The gardener struggled to unearth the stubborn weed that had grown in the garden bed.”

3. verb

to bring to light something that was previously unknown or hidden, especially a personal secret or a difficult truth.

“The therapist helped her patient to unearth the underlying causes of her anxiety.”

4. noun

a discovery or a revelation, especially one that is surprising or significant.

“The news of the new business venture was a major unearth that left everyone talking.”