verb
dig
To understand and appreciate something.
I really dig the warm sound of this old guitar.
Etymology
Dig became established in African American slang for understanding and appreciating. This sense emphasizes mentally taking something in, often with an accompanying feeling of enjoyment or approval.
More examples
- I dig what you mean, but I still disagree.
- She dug the band's energy at last night's show.
- We're digging the relaxed atmosphere at this little cafe.
Forms
dig · digs · dug · digging
Similar words
- understand
- Focuses on grasping meaning, without necessarily liking something.
- appreciate
- Suggests recognizing value or quality, not simply enjoying something.
- enjoy
- Emphasizes pleasure rather than understanding what something means.