mining
US /ˈmaɪ.nɪŋ/
UK /ˈmaɪ.nɪŋ/
1.
采矿, 矿业
the process or industry of obtaining coal or other minerals from a mine
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Coal mining is a major industry in this region.
煤炭开采是该地区的主要产业。
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The company specializes in gold mining.
该公司专门从事黄金开采。
2.
布雷, 埋雷
the action of laying explosive mines
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The army was involved in the mining of the coastal waters.
军队参与了沿海水域的布雷。
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The treaty prohibits the mining of civilian areas.
该条约禁止在民用区域布雷。