remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract

get from the earth by excavation

extract (something such as stones) from or as if from a quarry

to break and turn over earth especially with a plow

dig with a hoe

separate with or as if with an instrument

hollow out in the form of a furrow or groove

dig with the snout

dig (up) with a spade

dig with or as if with a shovel

use a trowel on; for light garden work or plaster work