To dig
Example: He digs deeper to understand the root cause
Definition
"To dig" means to break up and move earth or other material with a tool or hands, often to create a hole or uncover something beneath the surface. It can also mean to investigate or explore deeply into a subject or issue.
Etymology
The word "to dig" originates from Old English "dīcian" meaning 'to dig a ditch,' related to the noun "dīc" (ditch). Over time, it evolved to mean breaking ground or searching deeply. Did you know? The word is related to the Dutch word "dijken," meaning 'to dike or dig.'
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"To dig" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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