mines
word · lemma: mine
Definition
Plural of "mine." It can mean places underground where people dig for coal, gold, or other materials, or hidden explosives placed in the ground or sea.
Usage & Nuances
The meaning depends completely on context: "coal mines" and "gold mines" are extraction sites, while "land mines" and "naval mines" are weapons. Do not confuse this plural noun with "mine" meaning "belonging to me."
Example Sentences
The workers went down into the mines early in the morning.
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Even years after the war, people still find mines near the border.
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That region used to rely on coal mines for jobs.
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The road was closed because there were mines in the area.
basic
These old mines produced a lot of gold.
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The guide warned us not to leave the path because of possible mines.
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