quarrying

/ˈkwɔriɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Relating to or used in the process of digging materials from a quarry.
    • The quarrying equipment includes drills, crushers, and conveyor belts.
    • Quarrying operations were halted due to safety concerns.
    • They obtained a quarrying license from the local government.
noun
  1. The activity or industry of digging stone, sand, or minerals from a quarry.
    • Quarrying provides jobs for many people in rural areas.
    • Modern quarrying uses advanced technology to reduce environmental impact.
    • The history of quarrying in this region goes back hundreds of years.
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