矿
ore deposit; ore; mine; surname
Meanings
4 senses · 10 examplesnoun
ore deposit; mineral deposit
formalRefers to a natural accumulation of minerals in the earth's crust.
A large iron ore deposit has been discovered here.
Geologists are exploring the distribution of ore deposits.
noun
ore; mineral
Refers to mineral materials extracted from the earth, often processed for metal extraction.
This ore truck is transporting concentrated ore.
Workers are carrying out safe ore mining operations.
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The workers just hauled a truckload of ore to the factory.
The refinery is processing high-purity concentrated ore.
New safe mining regulations have been officially implemented.
noun
mine; mining site
Refers to the entire mining operation site, including open-air or underground facilities.
Open-pit mines have higher extraction efficiency than underground mines.
This mine has been in operation for over fifty years.
noun
surname Kuang
formalA rare Chinese family name.
Mr. Kuang is our company's new manager.