Excavator
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɛkskəˌveɪtə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Excavator is a noun meaning A person who excavates.
Meaning
A person who excavates.
More Meanings
- A vehicle, often on tracks, used to dig ditches etc.
- A curette used to scrape out pathological material.
Example Sentences
the excavators of an ancient Egyptian tomb
Word Forms
- excavators
Synonyms for excavator
Depending on context, synonyms include digger, shovel.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include digger, shovel, excavation, bulldozer, dragline, excavationist.
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