Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
quarries
noun
/ˈkwɔːriz/
Definition
Places where stone, rock, or minerals are extracted from the ground.
Examples
- The workers brought heavy machinery to the quarries to extract stone.
- Many ancient structures were built using materials sourced from local quarries.
- Tourists often visit quarries to learn about geology and mining.
Meaning
Quarries are open-pit mines where materials like granite, marble, limestone, or other rocks are mined for construction and industrial uses.
Synonyms
- pits
- mines
- excavations
- diggings
