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Mining

UK /["/ˈmaɪnɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈmaɪnɪŋ/"]/

Definition

the process of getting coal and other minerals from under the ground; the industry involved in this

In simple words: The process of getting valuable materials from the ground.

Examples

  • **coal/diamond/gold/tin mining**
  • a **mining company/community/engineer**
  • Mining is prohibited in the National Park.

Usage notes

Use in conversations about natural resources or industries. Avoid in casual settings unless discussing hobbies or interests. Often associated with environmental discussions.

Grammar pattern

mining + object

Memory hint

Think of a miner digging deep, like 'mine' gold in the ground.

Collocations

  • coal mining
  • gold mining
  • mining industry
  • mining company
  • mining operations

Synonyms

  • excavation
  • digging
  • prospecting
  • quarrying
  • harvesting

Antonyms

  • rest
  • abandon

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'mine' as a possessive.
  • Using 'mining' when referring to the act of obtaining information online.
  • Using as a verb instead of the noun form (should say 'mining' not 'mine').