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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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radio detection and ranging (RADAR)
Aviation; Airport
Radar can detect objects by bouncing radio waves off the object giving speed, altitude and position. Radar is the central communications system used by airport control towers.
mutual fund custodian
Financial services; General Finance
A commercial bank or trust company that holds securities owned by a mutual fund and sometimes acts as transfer agent for the mutual fund.
sluiceway
Energy; Hydroelectric
An apparatus used to catch ice or trash from river before it reaches turbine to prevent damage or destruction.
financier
Financial services; Venture capital
Person or financial institution engaged in the lending and management of money and makes a living participating in commercial financing activities.
