1. The process or activity of moving, excavating, or relocating earth, soil, or rock, typically using heavy machinery in construction or engineering projects.
Usage: Usually used in plural or as a mass noun; Common in construction, civil engineering, and mining contexts

Examples

• The earthmovings for the new highway began in early spring.
• Heavy equipment was used for the earthmovings at the construction site.
• The project required extensive earthmovings to level the terrain.
• Earthmovings operations were suspended due to bad weather.
• The contractor estimated the earthmovings would take three months to complete.