Definition

A person whose job is to dig and extract minerals or ores from the ground.

Example

The miner worked deep underground to find valuable resources.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new miner they hired at the coal mine?

Yeah, I heard he has a lot of experience.

It's great to have someone skilled like that on the team.

Absolutely! It’ll make our work a lot easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Miner → It originates from the Latin word 'minera' (meaning to mine or extract minerals) and the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A miner is a person who extracts minerals from the earth.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'extracts' ('minera') materials from the ground — that's why a miner is a person who mines.

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