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diggings Synonyms

Another word for diggings

Choosing another word for diggings depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A mine, goldfield, or archaeological site where earth is excavated in search of precious metals, minerals, or artifacts.

Usage Example

"Thousands of prospectors flocked to the California excavation during the height of the gold rush."

Strong
excavation
mine
workings
goldfield
Weak
quarry

• noun (Context 2)

Temporary lodgings, rented rooms, or living quarters (used informally).

Usage Example

"The visiting actors found comfortable lodgings just a short walk from the theater."

Strongest
lodgings
digs
quarters
Strong
accommodations
rooms

• noun (Context 3)

Material, soil, or rock excavated or dug out from the ground.

Usage Example

"Piles of fresh spoil surrounded the entrance to the badger's burrow."

Strong
spoil
tailings

• Nearby Words

digestion
digestive
digger
diggings
digicam
digit
digital

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Diggings. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/diggings
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