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block caving

block cav·ing
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [blok key-ving]
    • /blɒk ˈkeɪ vɪŋ/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [blok key-ving]
    • /blɒk ˈkeɪ vɪŋ/

Definition of block caving words

  • noun block caving a method of mining a large block of ore by systematically undercutting so the ore will cave. Compare cave (def 5a). 1

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Parts of speech for Block caving

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

block caving popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 27% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data about 63% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

block caving usage trend in Literature

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