dig-n; 5 Senses

Sense Number 1: an archeological excavation site

Commentary: DIG[+location][+site][+excavation][+archeological]

Examples:
The archeologists set up their camp near the dig.
The dig extends over several acres.
It's a famous dinosaur dig from the early 20th century.

Mappings:
PropBank: dig.02
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 1

Sense Number 2: a hostile or cutting remark

Commentary: DIG[+event][+speech_act][+remark][+hostile]

Examples:
Her remark was a cruel dig at John.
The speaker ignored the digs from the audience member and continued his explanation.
Both candidates managed a few digs at each other during the debate.

Mappings:
PropBank: dig.01
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 2

Sense Number 3: a gouge or dent in the surface of an object

Commentary: DIG[+form][+flaw][+gouge][+in_surface]

Examples:
The book is in good condition except for a dig in the back cover.
Bob sanded the car's body, removing small pits and digs in the finish.

Mappings:
PropBank: NM
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 3

Sense Number 4: the activity of excavation, uncovering

Commentary: DIG[+event][+excavation]

Examples:
The dig through the rubble of the building took weeks.
The reporter's thorough dig of the facts surrounding the case has revealed some interesting relationships. (metaphoric extension)
The dig at the newly discovered Mayan ruin has only begun in recent months.

Mappings:
PropBank: dig.02
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 4

Sense Number 5: a sharp jabbing gesture

Commentary: DIG[+event][+gesture][+jabbing][+sharp]

Examples:
The boy gave his sister a dig in the ribs when she tickled him.
The man shoved through the crowd, administering digs with his elbows to people near him.

Mappings:
PropBank: NM
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 5