What is the meaning of mining?

noun

  • The act of extracting ores or coal etc from the earth.
  • Laying explosive mines in concealed places to destroy enemy personnel and equipment.

verb

  • Get from the earth by excavation.
    • usage: "mine ores and metals"
  • Lay mines.
    • usage: "The Vietnamese mined Cambodia"
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