Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coal-mine
noun
/koʊl maɪn/
Definition
A coal mine is a place where coal is extracted from the ground.
Examples
- The coal mine was operational for over fifty years before its closure.
- Workers at the coal mine followed strict safety protocols.
- In many regions, the coal mine provides jobs for the local community.
Meaning
The term coal mine refers to an underground or surface site where coal is mined for energy production and other uses.
Synonyms
- coal pit
- coal shaft
- coalfield
