excavator
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/ˈekskəveɪtər/
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/ˈekskəveɪtə(r)/
A large, powerful machine used to dig and move large amounts of dirt or rubble.
The construction site was filled with the loud noise of the excavator as it dug into the ground.
挖掘机在挖掘地面时发出巨大的噪音。
A person who digs into the ground to search for buried artifacts or remains of historical significance.
The archaeologist was an experienced excavator, carefully uncovering ancient pottery from the site.
考古学家是一位经验丰富的挖掘者,小心翼翼地从现场挖掘出古代陶器。