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Earthworks (engineering works)

Scope note

Use generally for the results of grading, trenching, or embanking earth, for utilitarian purposes; when earth construction has more of an artistic, rather than functional, purpose, use "earthworks (sculpture)."

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30008020

Equivalent Terms used

earthwork (engineering work)

Created

13yrs ago

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