stoping

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Definitions

noun

In mining, the removal of the desired ore from an underground mine, leaving behind an open space known as a stope.

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Synonyms

stoppage cease kibosh discontinue terminate quit break off intercept hold back lay off blockage give up closure stay occlusive occlusion

Rhymes

sopping gawping flopping popping whopping eavesdropping dropping hopping mopping clopping

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