Word Meaning

excavation definition and meaning

n. The act of excavating, or of making hollow, by cutting, scooping, or digging out a part of a solid mass.
n. A cavity formed by cutting, digging, or scooping.
n. An uncovered cutting in the earth, in distinction from a covered cutting or tunnel.
n. The material dug out in making a channel or cavity.

Crossword clues for excavation

- Act of digging
- Archaeological dig
- Quarrying