Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
adit
Noun
/ˈeɪ.dɪt/
Definition
An adit is a horizontal or nearly horizontal entrance to a mine.
Examples
- The quarry workers used the adit to reach the depths of the mine.
- After heavy rainfall, the adit was flooded, making it impassable.
- Walking through the old adit felt like stepping back in time.
Meaning
It serves as an access point for miners to enter and exit the mine.
Synonyms
- Mine entrance
- Tunnel
- Access shaft
