English Dictionary

dig in

verb

(colloquial) To begin eating. / (colloquial) To engage in a burst of hard work. / (military, also figuratively in sports) To dig trenches to resist an enemy attack.

Let's dig in and enjoy this delicious meal!

意味（1）

(colloquial) To begin eating.

I wanted to say grace before dinner, but the kids were already digging in.

意味（2）

(colloquial) To engage in a burst of hard work.

I've got to dig in for a couple of weeks to secure my promotion.

意味（3）

(military, also figuratively in sports) To dig trenches to resist an enemy attack.

If Russia choses to dig in, then the military balance – which typically favours the defender on a 3-1 ratio – is reversed.

意味（4）

(idiomatic) To adopt a resolute state of mind.

to dig in one's feet, heels, etc.

意味（5）

To cover over by digging.