opgraving

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Dutch

Etymology

From Middle Dutch opgravinge. Equivalent to opgraven +‎ -ing.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈɔpˌxraː.vɪŋ/
  • Hyphenation: op‧gra‧ving
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Noun

opgraving f (plural opgravingen, diminutive opgravinkje n)

  1. (archaeology) excavation, dig
    Daarom wordt nu deze unieke opgraving onder de waterspiegel gedaan.
    That's why this unique excavation is now being conducted below sea level.
  2. disinterment, exhumation