Associations to the word «Adit»

Wiktionary

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

Dictionary definition

ADIT, noun. A nearly horizontal passage from the surface into a mine.

Wise words

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