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delve

UK
/dɛlv/
US
/dɛlv/

Translations

delveverb
delved
Past Simple
delved
Past Participle
delving
Gerund
UK
/dɛlv/
US
/dɛlv/
The archaeologists began to delve into the ancient ruins to uncover hidden artifacts.
Les archéologues ont commencé à creuser dans les ruines antiques pour découvrir des artefacts cachés.
She decided to delve into the history of her family to learn more about her ancestors.
Elle a décidé d’approfondir l’histoire de sa famille pour en apprendre davantage sur ses ancêtres.
Additional translations
fouiller
Synonyms
probe
scrutinize
dig
inquire
research
examine
explore
investigate
delvenoun
delves
pl
UK
/dɛlv/
US
/dɛlv/
The scientist's delve into the mysteries of the universe led to groundbreaking discoveries.
L’exploration des mystères de l’univers par le scientifique a conduit à des découvertes révolutionnaires.
Additional translations
fosseSens archaïque.
Synonyms
dig
mine
pit
shaft
quarry
excavation

Definitions

delveverb
To investigate or research deeply into a subject or issue.
She decided to delve into the history of her family to learn more about her ancestors.
To dig or excavate, often used in the context of digging into the ground or a surface.
The archaeologists began to delve into the ancient ruins to uncover hidden artifacts.
To reach into something and search, usually with one’s hands; to rummage.
He delved into his pocket and pulled out a crumpled note.
delvenoun
A thorough and detailed search or investigation into a subject or topic.
The scientist's delve into the mysteries of the universe led to groundbreaking discoveries.
(Archaic) A pit or excavation in the ground.
The farmers stored their crops in a shallow delve near the field.
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