Cavada

Cavada, a word primarily encountered in Portuguese and Galician-speaking regions, refers to a hollow, pit, or excavation in the ground. It can also describe a cavity or depression in a surface. The term often carries a connotation of something that has been dug out or formed naturally due to erosion or other geological processes.

In some contexts, "cavada" can also refer to a trench or ditch. The specific nuance of the word depends heavily on the surrounding context and the geographical region in which it is used. It's typically used to describe a naturally formed or deliberately created depression in the earth.

Finally, less commonly, "cavada" can refer to the act of digging or excavating, particularly in the context of preparing land for cultivation or construction.