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Escavation

Definition

Escavation is the process of removing earth or other materials from a site in order to create a hollow or trench for excavation purposes such as construction, mining, archaeology, or landscaping.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Construction

In the context of construction, escavation refers to the action of digging and removing dirt or rocks to prepare the ground for building foundations, basements, or underground structures.

Sample sentence: The escavation for the new office building took several weeks to complete.

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Sense 2: Mining

In mining, escavation is the process of extracting valuable minerals or other geological materials from the earth's surface or underground.

Sample sentence: The escavation of gold in this area has been the primary source of income for the local community.

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Sense 3: Archaeology

Archaeological escavation involves carefully uncovering and documenting historical artifacts and structures buried beneath the ground.

Sample sentence: The team of archaeologists planned a meticulous escavation of the ancient burial site.

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Sense 4: Landscaping

Escavation is also used in landscaping to shape the terrain, create garden features such as ponds or hills, or to prepare the ground for planting.

Sample sentence: The escavation of the backyard transformed it into a beautiful and functional outdoor living space.

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