Looking for the meaning of the word DIG in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of DIG with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Dig
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
Middle English: perhaps from Old English dīc ‘ditch’
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
dɪɡ
Dialects: British English
Definition:
break up and move earth with a tool or machine, or with hands, paws, snout, etc.
Short Definition:break up and move earth
Examples:- the boar had been digging for roots
- she had to dig the garden
- authorities cause chaos by digging up roads
Definition:
push or poke sharply
Short Definition:push or poke sharply
Examples:- he dug his hands into his pockets
Definition:
like, appreciate, or understand
Short Definition:like or understand
Examples:- I really dig heavy rock
Word: Dig
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
dɪɡ
Dialects: British English
Definition:
an act or spell of digging
Short Definition:act of digging
Examples:- a thorough dig of the whole plot
Definition:
a push or poke with one's elbow, finger, etc.
Short Definition:push or poke
Examples:- Ginnie gave her sister a dig in the ribs
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