digging
UK: ˈdɪɡɪŋ | US: ˈdɪɡɪŋ
n. the act of breaking up, turning over, or removing earth or other material
v. present participle of dig (to break up or turn over earth with a tool)
The word dig originates from Middle English diggen, likely of Old English or Scandinavian origin, related to actions involving earth or soil. The suffix -ing is a productive English morpheme used to form present participles or gerunds, indicating an ongoing action or state. Together, digging literally means "the act of digging."
The archaeologists spent weeks digging at the ancient site.
She enjoys digging in her garden every weekend.
The dog kept digging holes in the backyard.
Heavy machinery was used for digging the foundation.
His constant digging into the past revealed long-buried secrets.