Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mine-pit
noun
/maɪn pɪt/
Definition
A mine-pit is a large excavation in the ground used for extracting minerals and ores.
Examples
- The mine-pit was filled with heavy machinery working around the clock.
- After years of operation, the mine-pit became a significant landmark in the region.
- Safety measures are crucial to protect workers in the mine-pit.
Meaning
The term refers to an open area dug out of the earth where miners retrieve valuable materials.
Synonyms
- quarry
- excavation
- open-pit mine
