earthmoving
/ˈɜrθˌmuvɪŋ/
adjective
- Relating to or used for moving earth, such as bulldozers and excavators.
- They rented an earthmoving vehicle to clear the land.
- Earthmoving machinery requires skilled operators.
- The construction site was full of earthmoving equipment.
noun
- The process of moving large amounts of soil or rock, especially for construction or mining.
- Heavy rain can make earthmoving difficult and dangerous.
- The company specializes in earthmoving for highway projects.
- Earthmoving is the first step in building a new housing development.