Minier: meaning, definitions and examples

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minier

 

[ ˈmɪnɪər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

occupational title

A minier is a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals and other valuable materials from the ground. This occupation often involves significant physical labor and may require specific safety training and equipment.

Synonyms

diggers, excavator, miner.

Examples of usage

  • The minier spent long hours underground.
  • Miners often face hazardous conditions while working.
  • The minier discovered a new vein of gold.
  • Miners must adhere to strict safety regulations.

Translations

Translations of the word "minier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 minerador

🇮🇳 खननकर्ता

🇩🇪 Bergmann

🇮🇩 penambang

🇺🇦 мінера

🇵🇱 górnik

🇯🇵 鉱夫

🇫🇷 mineur

🇪🇸 minero

🇹🇷 madenci

🇰🇷 광부

🇸🇦 عامل منجم

🇨🇿 horník

🇸🇰 baník

🇨🇳 矿工

🇸🇮 rudar

🇮🇸 náma

🇰🇿 кенші

🇬🇪 მეშახტე

🇦🇿 mədənçi

🇲🇽 minero

Etymology

The term 'minier' is derived from the word 'mine', which has its origins in the Latin word 'minae', meaning 'a shaft or pit'. The use of the word 'mine' in English can be traced back to the Middle English period, specifically around the 14th century, where it meant a place for working underground to extract valuable minerals. The suffix '-er' is added to indicate a person who performs a specific action or holds a particular occupation, thus creating 'minier' as a label for those who work in mining. Over the centuries, the profession has evolved, especially with the Industrial Revolution, which saw a significant increase in mining operations and the necessity for skilled labor in this field.