1. the act of digging something up from the ground
2. the act of discovering or revealing something hidden or secret

Examples

• The unearthing of ancient pottery excited the archaeologists.
• Workers began the careful unearthing of the buried treasure.
• The journalist’s unearthing of corruption led to several arrests.
• The unearthing of new evidence changed the outcome of the trial.
• The construction crew’s unearthing of old pipes delayed the project.
• Her unearthing of family documents revealed surprising genealogical connections.