mineshaft

Schematic of headframe
1. hoist
2. cable
3. wheel
4. sheer
5. false edge
6. hoistroom
7. mineshaft

Meaning

Noun

A vertical hole through the strata to reach the mineral which is being mined.

Origin

mine + shaft

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