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Delving: meaning, definitions and examples

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delving

 

[ ˈdɛlvɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

exploration, investigation

Delving refers to the act of deeply investigating or searching into a subject or area of interest. This involves thorough examination and exploration, often to uncover hidden information or insights. Delving is commonly used in contexts such as research, academia, and detective work, where a detailed understanding is necessary. The term suggests a commitment to uncovering truths or understanding complexities.

Synonyms

examining, exploring, investigating, researching, studying

Examples of usage

  • She is delving into the history of ancient civilizations.
  • The detective was delving into the suspect's background.
  • He spent hours delving through archives for information.
  • They are delving into the data to find trends.

Translations

Translations of the word "delving" in other languages:

🇵🇹 investigação

🇮🇳 गहराई में जाना

🇩🇪 Eintauchen

🇮🇩 menyelami

🇺🇦 занурення

🇵🇱 zanurzenie

🇯🇵 掘り下げる

🇫🇷 plongée

🇪🇸 profundizando

🇹🇷 derinlemesine inceleme

🇰🇷 파고들기

🇸🇦 التعمق

🇨🇿 hloubění

🇸🇰 hĺbenie

🇨🇳 深入

🇸🇮 poglabljanje

🇮🇸 grafí

🇰🇿 тереңдету

🇬🇪 დაწვდილი

🇦🇿 dərinləşmə

🇲🇽 profundizando

Etymology

The word 'delving' originates from the Old English 'delfan', which means to dig or excavate. The roots of the word can be traced back to Proto-Germanic '*dálfan', which is related to the actions of digging or burrowing. Over time, 'delving' has evolved to take on a more figurative connotation, representing the process of digging into knowledge or information rather than just physical excavation. The transition from a literal to a metaphorical sense reflects the human pursuit of deeper understanding and discovery across various fields such as literature, science, and investigation. In contemporary usage, 'delving' conveys a sense of thoroughness and dedicated inquiry, underscoring the importance of uncovering details that might not be immediately apparent.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,228, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.