digger

noun [C]

/ˈdɪɡ.ər/

/-ɚ/

Definition

› a machine used for digging: a mechanical diggerToolsGardening toolsMining and quarrying › Australian English a person who mines for gold (= removes it from under the ground) → See also gold diggerMining and quarrying › Australian English informal an Australian soldier, especially one who fought in the First World WarSoldiers and people who fight in wars

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