Meaning of the word "dig out" in English
What does "dig out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
dig out
US /dɪɡ aʊt/
UK /dɪɡ aʊt/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to find something that has been hidden or forgotten for a long time
Example:
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I need to dig out my old photo albums from the attic.
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Can you help me dig out that old report from the archives?
2.
to remove something from the ground or from a covering by digging
Example:
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They had to dig out the car from under the snow.
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The archaeologists are trying to dig out ancient artifacts.