A mine is an explosive placed underground or underwater that explodes when disturbed, or when remotely triggered. The term originated from the use of mining to go under the enemy’s city walls.

What is difference between ore and mine?

Ores are concentrations of minerals in rock that are high enough to be economically extracted for use. … Mining is the extraction (removal) of minerals and metals from earth.

What is an example of a mine?

Mine is defined as a very large hole made in the ground to remove stones, coal and other minerals. An example of a mine is a cavern made in the Earth in order to remove gold.