Opgraven
Example: Ze gingen het oude kasteel opgraven in het bos.
Definition
"Opgraven" is a verb meaning to excavate or dig up something from beneath the surface, especially in a historical or archaeological context. For example, it involves uncovering ancient artifacts or structures by removing earth or soil carefully.
Etymology
The Dutch verb "opgraven" combines "op," meaning 'up,' and "graven," meaning 'to dig.' It literally means 'to dig up.' This term has been used historically to describe the process of uncovering buried objects or ruins, reflecting its origins in practical excavation activities.
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"Opgraven" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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