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• Mined

  [mahyn] /maɪn/ noun 1. an excavation made in the earth for the purpose of extracting ores, coal, precious stones, etc. 2. a place where such minerals may be obtained, either by excavation or by washing the soil. 3. a natural deposit of such minerals. 4. an abundant source; store: a mine of information. 5. a […]

• Mine-examiner

  noun 1. an official who inspects a mine to ensure compliance with safety requirements.

• Minefield

  [mahyn-feeld] /ˈmaɪnˌfild/ noun, Military, Naval. 1. an area of land or water throughout which explosive have been laid. /ˈmaɪnˌfiːld/ noun 1. an area of ground or water containing explosive mines 2. a subject, situation, etc, beset with hidden problems n. 1877, from mine (n.2) + field (n.). Figurative use by 1947.

• Minehunter

  /ˈmaɪnˌhʌntə/ noun 1. a naval vessel that searches for mines by electronic means

• Minelayer

  [mahyn-ley-er] /ˈmaɪnˌleɪ ər/ noun 1. a naval ship equipped for , in the water. /ˈmaɪnˌleɪə/ noun 1. a warship or aircraft designed for the carrying and laying of mines

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