The material dug out in making a channel or cavity.
Archaeological research that unearths buildings, tombs and objects of historical value.
The act of excavating, or of making hollow, by cutting, scooping, or digging out a part of a solid mass.
An uncovered cutting in the earth, in distinction from a covered cutting or tunnel.
A site where an archaeological exploration is being carried out.
Something uncovered by archaeological excavation.
A cavity formed by cutting, digging, or scooping.
A mark produced by gouging.