Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
miner
noun
/ˈmaɪnər/
Definition
A person who works in a mine, extracting minerals and resources from the earth.
Examples
- The miner descended into the mine at dawn to begin his shift.
- Many miners face challenging conditions while working underground.
- She became a miner after finishing her studies in geology.
Meaning
Miner refers to someone involved in the industry of mining, which includes digging or removing materials such as coal, metals, and other natural resources from underground.
Synonyms
- Excavator
- Diggers
- Prospector
