digging
Translation
digging, excavation
Examples
The digging for the new pool will start tomorrow.
The digging for the new pool will start tomorrow.
Archaeological digging can reveal ancient secrets.
Archaeological digging can reveal ancient secrets.
Grammar Patterns
digging ((for sth.)) the act of digging to find (sth.) They are digging for gold.
Similar Words
Synonyms: excavation, unearthing
Etymology
From the verb 'dig' plus the gerund suffix '-ing'.
Memory Tips
Think of the action of a shovel going into the ground; that's 'digging'.