Dig/dɪɡ/ Definition 1 of 7Pro Tip 1/3Physical Labor Implies hard work, often outdoors and with tools, like shovels. Archaeologists often dig at ancient sites. Pro Tip 2/3Creating Something Used when making new structures or spaces by excavating. The construction workers will dig the foundation tomorrow. Pro Tip 3/3Focused Effort Indicates putting a lot of effort into reaching a goal or finding something. We need to dig deep to find the time capsule.