digging
/ˈdɪɡɪŋ(ɡ)/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The action performed by a person or thing that digs.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A place where ore is dug, especially certain localities in California, Australia, etc. where gold is obtained.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “digging” mean?
The action performed by a person or thing that digs.
Is “digging” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.