What does MINES mean?

Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb

Definitions

Noun: An excavation in the earth for extracting coal and other minerals.

Verb: Extract (coal or other minerals) from a mine.

Pronunciations

US: /maɪnz/

UK: /maɪnz/

Origin and Usage

The word "mines" originated from the Middle English word "minen" which means "to dig." It has been used in English since the 14th century as a noun and since the 15th century as a verb. Mines are commonly used to extract coal, gold, silver, and other minerals from the earth.

Synonyms

Excavation, Pit, Quarry, Shaft

Related Words

Coal, Metal, Shaft, Quarry, Stone

Example Sentences

Noun: The miners were trapped in the mines for two days.

Verb: The company mines for gold in South Africa.