Meaning Of The Word Earthwork

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What's The Definition Of Earthwork?

earthwork
Earthworks are large structures of earth that have been built for defence, especially ones which were built a very long time ago.

earthwork in American English
an embankment made by piling up earth, esp. as a fortification
noun: excavation and piling of earth in connection with an engineering operation

earthwork in British English
noun: excavation of earth, as in engineering construction

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