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ore

[ɔː(r)]

ore Definition

a naturally occurring mineral or rock from which a valuable or useful substance, especially a metal, can be extracted.

Using ore: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ore" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The mine produces copper ore.

  • Example

    Iron ore is found in abundance in this region.

  • Example

    The company specializes in the extraction of gold from ore.

ore Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with ore

  • a continuous and large mass of ore within a mineral deposit

    Example

    The geologists discovered a rich ore body beneath the surface.

  • the process of extracting valuable minerals from their ores

    Example

    The company invested heavily in modernizing its ore processing facilities.

  • the amount of ore that can be extracted from a deposit using current technology and economic conditions

    Example

    The mine has significant ore reserves that can last for several decades.

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Summary: ore in Brief

The term 'ore' [ɔː(r)] refers to naturally occurring minerals or rocks that contain valuable or useful substances, especially metals. It is commonly used in the context of mining and extraction, as in 'The mine produces copper ore.' 'Ore' extends into phrases like 'ore body,' and 'ore processing,' denoting the mass of ore within a deposit and the process of extracting minerals, respectively.

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