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The definition of dig
14 Definitions of: dig
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- verb, to cut into, break up, and turn over or remove (earth, soil, etc), esp with a spade
- verb, to form or excavate (a hole, tunnel, passage, etc) by digging, usually with an implement or (of animals) with feet, claws, etc
- verb, to make or force (one's way), esp by removing obstructions
- verb, to obtain by digging
- verb, to find or discover by effort or searching
- verb, to thrust or jab (a sharp instrument, weapon, etc); poke
- verb, to mix (compost, etc) with soil by digging
- verb, to like, understand, or appreciate
- verb, slang to work hard, esp for an examination
- verb, to have lodgings
- noun, the act of digging
- noun, a thrust or poke, esp in the ribs
- noun, a cutting or sarcastic remark
- noun, an archaeological excavation ▷ See also dig in ▷ See also, digs
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