Definition

Waste material or rubbish, especially from mining, that is not valuable and is often discarded.

Example

The miners had to clear away the mullock to access the gold deposits beneath.

Conversation

Did you see that pile of mullock behind the old mine?

Yeah, it's a huge mess of rubbish and waste rock.

I wonder if there's anything valuable hidden in all that mullock.

Who knows? It might be worth checking out!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'mullock' originates from the Old English 'mulloc', meaning refuse or rubbish. It refers specifically to worthless material or debris.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mullock' as referring to worthless material or rubbish, helping you remember that it describes refuse.

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