Definition of Strip Mine in English :
Define Strip Mine in English
Strip Mine meaning in English
Meaning of Strip Mine in English
Pronunciation of Strip Mine in English
Strip Mine pronunciation in English
Pronounce Strip Mine in English
Strip Mine
see synonyms of strip mineNoun
1. strip mine
an open mine (usually for coal) where the seams run close to the surface
Verb
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Strip Mine
see synonyms of strip minenoun
US
a place where minerals are extracted from the surface of the earth
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Strip Mine
see synonyms of strip minev. strip-mined, strip-min·ing, strip-mines
v.tr.
1. To mine (ore) from a strip mine.
2. To subject to strip mining: strip-mined the land.
v.intr.
To engage in strip mining.
n.
An open mine, especially a coal mine, whose seams or outcrops run close to ground level and are exposed by the removal of topsoil and overburden.
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