mining

US /ˈmaɪ.nɪŋ/
UK /ˈmaɪ.nɪŋ/
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1.

the process or industry of obtaining coal or other minerals from a mine

:
Coal mining is a major industry in this region.
The company specializes in gold mining.
2.

the action of laying explosive mines

:
The army was involved in the mining of the coastal waters.
The treaty prohibits the mining of civilian areas.
1.

extract (coal or other minerals) from the earth by digging

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They are mining for diamonds in the region.
The company plans to mine for copper next year.