De graafmachine
Example: De graafmachine helpt bij het graven van diepe sleuven.
Definition
"De graafmachine" is a large construction machine used to dig deep trenches or holes efficiently, typically featuring a bucket attached to a mechanical arm. It assists in excavation work on building sites and other earth-moving tasks.
Etymology
The term "de graafmachine" comes from the Dutch words "graaf," meaning 'to dig,' and "machine," meaning 'machine.' Together, they literally mean 'digging machine.' Did you know this tool revolutionized construction by replacing manual digging with mechanized power?
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"De graafmachine" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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