Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
colliery
Noun
/ˈkɒlɪəri/
Definition
A colliery is a coal mine and the associated buildings and equipment used for extracting coal from underground.
Examples
- The colliery was closed due to safety concerns.
- After years of operation, the old colliery became a museum.
- Many workers were employed at the local colliery.
Meaning
The term refers to a site where coal is mined, including the mine itself and all facilities needed to process the coal and transport it.
Synonyms
- coal mine
- mine
- pit
