Definitions

1. noun

a hole or excavation in the ground for extracting minerals or other materials, typically underground.

“The miners worked late into the night to meet their deadline for extracting gold from the mine.”

2. verb

to take possession of (something) as one’s own, especially by finding or discovering it.

“She thought she had mined the last gemstone from the cave, but then she spotted one more.”

3. verb

to dig or extract (something) from the earth, typically using machinery or tools.

“The company will mine the coal from the new field and sell it on the market.”

4. noun

something that is considered to be one’s own, especially a source of pride or a valuable resource.

“The team felt like their talent was their mine, and they were determined to make the most of it.”

5. noun

a military installation or a fortified position, especially one equipped with guns or other defenses.

“The enemy’s mine was heavily fortified, and it took the soldiers several hours to breach it.”

6. noun

a reserved or exclusive area or situation, especially one that is considered off-limits or private.

“The nightclub was a mine, and only regulars were allowed inside.”

7. noun

a group of people who work together to achieve a common goal or objective, especially in a business or organizational context.

“The team worked like a well-oiled mine to meet the project deadline.”