Earthwork

Pronunciation: /ˈɜːrˌθwɜːrk/

Earthwork (noun)

  1. Work that changes the shape of land by moving soil, for example to build a road, wall, or ground level.
  2. A man-made part of land, such as a mound or embankment, made mainly from soil and rock.

Examples

  • The crew finished the earthwork before the road opened.
  • They planned earthwork to level the ground for building.