Dig and Spear

Dig

Dig verb - To hollow out or form (something) by removing earth.

Spear and dig are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Spear" instead a verb "Dig".

Nearby Words: digging, digged

Spear

Spear verb - To penetrate or hold (something) with a pointed object.
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Synonyms for Spear

Dig and spear are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dig" instead a verb "Spear".

Nearby Words: spearhead, spears, speared, spearing

Both words in one sentence

  • Blade on a Stick To strengthen this, the wielder would often dig the back end of the spear into the ground for extra bracing against the rampaging animal.
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