adit

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Pronunciation

IPA /ˈæ.dɪt/

Noun

adit noun

A horizontal or nearly horizontal passage from the surface into a mine, as contrasted with a shaft or vertical entry passage. An adit may be used for ventilation, haulage, drainage, or other purposes.

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Synonyms

stulm entrance hade downwell downtake lade dibhole ductway descending delf drop shaft dich drop-shaft descent dugway ashdump door

Associated

wheal nunatak credential workings shaft hillside mine vein hearst drift drainage dug

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