Definition of "mining" []

• The process or business of extracting ore or minerals from the ground. (noun)
• The process of digging under an enemy emplacement or fortification to destroy it by explosives, cause it to collapse, or gain access to it for an attack. (noun)
• The process of laying explosive mines. (noun)

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• "Experience with predicitve modeling, multidimensionalcluster analysis, or other forms of data mining is a strong plus."
• "“No, sir, I do not; I am what they call a mining captain.”"
• ""I'm not what you call a mining man; that is, I've never owned or operated a mine, but I take a great interest in examining the different ores and always try to get as much information regarding them as possible.""