test pit en · NOUN
Meanings
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Synonym of trial pit.
Earlier archaeological investigations revealed the ancient basilica's approximate location, so the team created several small test pits to see what was hidden beneath the concrete floor.
2025 December 2, “Beginnings of Roman London discovered in office basement”, in BBC News:
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| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| test pits | Number=Plur | lexicographic |