Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shovel-dirt
verb
/ˈʃʌv.əl dɜrt/
Definition
The act of using a shovel to move dirt or earth from one place to another.
Examples
- He had to shovel-dirt to level the ground for the new patio.
- We spent the afternoon shovel-dirt to create a flower bed.
- It’s important to shovel-dirt carefully to avoid damaging the roots of nearby plants.
Meaning
Shovel-dirt refers to the physical action of digging, lifting, and transferring dirt, often done for construction, gardening, or landscaping purposes.
Synonyms
- excavate
- dig
- remove earth
- displace soil
