Quarrying
Pronunciation: /ˈkwɔːriːɪŋ/
Quarrying (noun)
- The process of taking stone or other materials from a large open pit.
- The act of removing materials like stone or sand from the ground for use.
Examples
- Quarrying requires careful planning to avoid environmental damage.
- The quarrying of limestone is common in this region.
Common collocations: quarrying process, quarrying industry, quarrying techniques, quarrying operations, quarrying equipment