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/dʌɡ/
Meaning & Definition
verb
past tense of 'dig', meaning to break up and move earth or other material with a tool or machine.
He dug a hole in the backyard to plant a tree.
to create a hole or channel by removing material.
They dug a trench for the water pipes.
to search for something, especially by moving or removing objects.
She dug through the boxes to find her old photos.
to gain information by inquiry or investigation.
The detective dug into the suspect's background.
to penetrate or extend into something.
The roots of the tree dug deep into the soil.
Etymology
Middle English; from Old English dygan, related to Dutch 'graven' and German 'graben'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
dig deep
To put in considerable effort or resources to find or achieve something.
dig in
To begin to eat or to settle in for a long stay.
dig it
To understand or appreciate something.
Related Words
dig
To break up and move earth.
digger
A person or machine that digs.
digging
The action of excavating.
Slang Meanings
To understand or appreciate something.
Did you see that band? I really dug their sound.
To be infatuated or in love with someone.
He's really dug her since they met.