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mining

/ˈmaɪnɪŋ/noun2 syllables

Mining means: the act of extracting ores or coal etc. from the earth.

Synonyms for mining2

noun, as in the act of extracting ores or coal etc. from the earth

excavation

noun, as in laying explosive mines in concealed places to destroy enemy personnel and equipment

minelaying

What does mining mean?2

noun

1

the act of extracting ores or coal etc. from the earth

2

laying explosive mines in concealed places to destroy enemy personnel and equipment

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with mining?13

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Mining in a sentence

  • The collier spent his days deep underground, mining coal in dangerous conditions.rul
  • In recent years, economic growth has been driven by mining - particularly iron ore.The_World_Factbook
  • Iran's mining sector faces various challenges, including inadequate infrastructure and outdated technology.Amastan
  • The ensuing gold rush attracted immigrants, mining companies and slave owners.CM
  • Iran's mining industry is heavily reliant on foreign technology and expertise.Amastan
  • The aliens are mining the world for rare minerals.Amastan
  • Many of their wetland habitats are being affected by mining.sandra1305
  • Rescuers are looking for survivors of the mining accident.rul

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