Synonyms for

Excavate

Verb / ˈekskʌˌveɪt / Another word for excavate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To dig or remove earth from a place using a tool or machine.

Synonyms & similar words

turnup unearth dig hollow digup dig unearth remove clear disinter extract exhume mine quarry scoop shovel spade tunnel undermine burrow channel dredge groove hollow pit

Example sentences

  1. The archaeologist will excavate the site to find ancient artifacts.
  2. The workers will excavate the road to repair the water pipes.
  3. The miners will excavate the tunnel to find valuable minerals.
  4. The construction crew will excavate the foundation for the new building.
  5. The bulldozer will excavate the hill to make way for the new road.

Quotes

  • The best way to predict the future is to excavate the past. - Dan Brown
  • The past is never dead. It's not even past. We just have to excavate it. - Sarah Vowell
  • Every time we excavate ancient tombs and houses, we find all sorts of things - even mice skeletons. - Mary Beard

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