Adit
noun
A nearly horizontal passage leading into a mine.
The workers entered the adit to begin their shift underground.
Often appears as...
- drainage adit
- access adit
Usage tips
Neutral
Mining, excavation, underground
noun
A nearly horizontal passage leading into a mine.
The workers entered the adit to begin their shift underground.
Often appears as...
- drainage adit
- access adit
Usage tips
Neutral
Mining, excavation, underground
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Technical Term
Refers to a specific entry point in mining
Understanding the term is essential when discussing mining terminology.
Pro Tip 2/3Entry Point
Can be used metaphorically in various contexts
In computer systems, an 'adit' could refer to a gateway for data access.
Pro Tip 3/3Important in Mining
Critical for mining operations
Proper identification of an 'adit' can prevent accidents.
Pro Tip 1/3Technical Term
Refers to a specific entry point in mining
Understanding the term is essential when discussing mining terminology.
Pro Tip 2/3Entry Point
Can be used metaphorically in various contexts
In computer systems, an 'adit' could refer to a gateway for data access.
Pro Tip 3/3Important in Mining
Critical for mining operations
Proper identification of an 'adit' can prevent accidents.
Pro Tip 1/3Technical Term
Refers to a specific entry point in mining
Understanding the term is essential when discussing mining terminology.
Pro Tip 2/3Entry Point
Can be used metaphorically in various contexts
In computer systems, an 'adit' could refer to a gateway for data access.
Pro Tip 3/3Important in Mining
Critical for mining operations
Proper identification of an 'adit' can prevent accidents.
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