Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
collieries
noun
/ˈkɒl.ɪ.ri/
Definition
A collieries is a place where coal is mined.
Examples
- The collieries in the region have been operational for over a century.
- Many workers relied on the collieries for their livelihood.
- Due to environmental concerns, many collieries have been closed in recent years.
Meaning
The term relates to the operation or area where coal is extracted from the earth.
Synonyms
- Coal mine
- Coal pit
- Mining site
