Why we built this
A dictionary that respects your time—and your work.
Underground utility work moves fast. When a term is unclear, it can slow down estimating, planning, and field coordination. We created DigTerms to make definitions clear, consistent, and jobsite-ready—so everyone stays aligned.
Our focus is practical language: what a term means, where you’ll see it, and how it’s used in the context of locating, trenching, excavation, and underground infrastructure.
How we write definitions
Clear structure, consistent format, and real-world context.
Every entry is written to be easy to scan on mobile and useful in the moment—whether you’re in the field, in the trailer, or building an estimate.
Plain-language meaning
Where it shows up (plans, specs, field)
Related terms for quick learning
Notes that prevent common confusion
What you’ll find here
A reference built for underground utility work.
Designed for crews, estimators, and project teams who need quick clarity—without digging through long explanations.
Searchable glossary
Find terms fast with a clean, easy-to-scan layout.
Field-ready definitions
Practical explanations written for jobsite reality, not academics.
Cross-referenced terms
Jump to related terms to learn faster and avoid mix-ups.
Term suggestions
Help keep the dictionary current by submitting new terms.
Consistent formatting
Definitions follow a predictable structure so you can scan quickly.
Built for mobile
Readable on phones and tablets in the field.
★★★★★
““This is the kind of glossary I wish every project had—straight to the point, with the related terms right there when you need them.””
Field Supervisor
Underground Utilities
Project Team
Help keep the dictionary current.
Know a term that crews are using in the field—or a definition that needs tightening? Send it in and we’ll review it for inclusion.