Mine — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Mine
Mine (adjective)
- my —used before a word beginning with a vowel or h or sometimes as a modifier of a preceding noun—archaic except in an elevated style
Mine (pronoun)
- that which belongs to me —used without a following noun as a pronoun equivalent in meaning to the adjective my
Mine (noun)
- a pit or excavation in the earth from which mineral substances are taken
- an ore deposit
- a subterranean passage under an enemy position
Mine (verb)
- to dig under to gain access or cause the collapse of (an enemy position)
- undermine
- to get (something, such as ore) from the earth
Mine (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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an abundant source
"a baseball fanatic who is a mine of fascinating trivia about the game"
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a usually concealed explosive device designed to go off when disturbed
"the soldiers were careful to disarm any mines they found in their path"
Mine (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to place hidden explosive devices in or under
"the troops hurriedly mined the field before relinquishing it to the enemy"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Mine
The most common words with a similar meaning to Mine:
Near Antonyms of Mine
Word Forms of Mine
Derived words: miner (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Mine
Middle English min, from Old English mīn my
First known use: before 12th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Mine
- CEFR level: A2 English Vocabulary — Page 11
- Topics: Work & Jobs
Words & Phrases Containing Mine
Frequently Asked Questions about Mine
What does "Mine" mean?
"Mine" means my —used before a word beginning with a vowel or h or sometimes as a modifier of a preceding noun—archaic except in an elevated style. As an an adjective, a pronoun, a noun and a verb, it is defined as: my —used before a word beginning with a vowel or h or sometimes as a modifier of a preceding noun—archaic except in an elevated style. It has 3 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Mine"?
Other words for "Mine" include argosy, cornucopia, gold mine, mother lode, treasure trove, wellspring, booby trap and booby-trap. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Mine" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Mine"?
There are 35 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Mine". Common alternatives include argosy, cornucopia, gold mine, mother lode, treasure trove, wellspring, booby trap and booby-trap.
How do you use "Mine" in a sentence?
Examples of "Mine" in a sentence: "a baseball fanatic who is a mine of fascinating trivia about the game"; "the soldiers were careful to disarm any mines they found in their path"; "the troops hurriedly mined the field before relinquishing it to the enemy".
Is "Mine" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Mine" can be used as an adjective, a pronoun, a noun and a verb, depending on the context.
Is "Mine" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As an A2-level word, "Mine" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.
How do you pronounce "Mine"?
"Mine" is pronounced /ˈmīn/.
What is the origin of the word "Mine"?
"Mine" comes from Middle English min, from Old English mīn my. First known use: before 12th century.