Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hade

noun
/heɪd/
Definition
The word ‘hade’ refers to the descent or slope of a geological formation, particularly in mining.
Examples
  • The hade of the rock layer made it easier to access the minerals below.
  • Geologists measure the hade to determine the best extraction methods for ore.
Meaning
In mining terminology, ‘hade’ describes the angle or degree of inclination of a mineral deposit.
Synonyms
  • slope
  • incline
  • gradient