Mining

Mining

Of or pertaining to the process or business of extracting materials, such as ore or minerals, from the earth's crust.

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put-away

Sports; Badminton

A fast, downward shot that cannot be returned. See also kill or smash.

sparring partner

Sports; Boxing

A person who spars with a boxer to help in the boxers training.

coffee roasting

Beverages; Coffee

Roasting changes the chemistry and physical characteristics of the green coffee bean. The beans shrink about 20% by weight, and acquire the deep dark hue and aroma of coffee.

Maxwell House Coffee

Beverages; Coffee

In 1892 a coffee blend developed by Joel Cheek for the Maxwell House Hotel in Nashville, TN became so popular that the hotel owner ordered no other coffee to be served to his ...