Tailing: meaning, definitions and examples

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tailing

 

[ หˆteษชlษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

mining waste

Tailing refers to the waste material or byproducts generated during the mining process. These are the remnants left after the extraction of valuable minerals or metals from the ore. Tailings can include a mixture of water, chemicals, and finely ground rock, which can pose significant environmental challenges if not managed properly. They can contaminate soil and groundwater, leading to potential hazards to ecosystems and human health.

Synonyms

residue, sludge, waste

Examples of usage

  • The mining company implemented new measures to manage the tailings more effectively.
  • Contaminated tailings have been a major environmental concern in the region.
  • After the extraction process, the tailings were stored in a designated facility.
Context #2 | Verb

following closely

To tailing means to follow someone closely, often in a stealthy manner. This word is used particularly in the context of observing or tracking someone without their awareness. The action can be used for various purposes, including research, monitoring behavior, or even in security settings.

Synonyms

follow, shadow, track

Examples of usage

  • The detective was tailing the suspect through the busy streets.
  • She felt someone tailing her and became suspicious.
  • The journalist decided to start tailing the politician to uncover the truth.

Translations

Translations of the word "tailing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น seguindo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ€เค›เคพ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Verfolgung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mengikuti

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะปั–ะดัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล›ledzenie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฟฝ่ทก

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท suivi

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ seguimiento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท takip etme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ถ”์ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุชุจุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sledovรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sledovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ทŸ่ธช

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sledenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fylgja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะดะฐา“ะฐะปะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒแƒขแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ izlษ™mษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ seguimiento

Etymology

The term 'tailing' has its origins in the mining industry, where it refers to the refuse or tailings left after valuable minerals are extracted. The word comes from the combination of 'tail' which signifies the end part, and the suffix '-ing' indicating the present action. The use of 'tailing' in the context of mining can be traced back to the mid-19th century, during the Gold Rush, when mining activities surged, leading to a significant increase in waste production. Over time, 'tailing' evolved to encompass a broader range of waste products from various extraction processes, making it a vital term in discussions about mining ethics and environmental sustainability. In addition, 'tailing' as a verb appeared later in the 20th century, deriving from the slang use of 'to tail' which means to follow closely or to stealthily observe.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,481, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.