min|ing

min|ing
min|ing «MY nihng», noun.
1. the working of mines for ores, coal, or other minerals: »

Mining is very dangerous work.

2. the business of digging coal or ores from mines: »

Mining is a very profitable business.

3. the laying of explosive mines: »

The mining of a harbor can be a defense against enemy attack or an attack against the enemy's harbor.


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