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Meaning of mine
The primary meaning of the word "mine" is something that belongs to or is associated with the speaker.
Etymology of mine
The word "mine" originated from Old English "mīn", which is also the source of the Modern English first-person singular possessive adjective "my"
The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century, initially as a pronoun to indicate possession or association
Synonyms
Definitions
- Used to indicate that something belongs to or is associated with the speaker
- * A pit or excavation in the ground from which minerals, such as coal, ore, or precious stones, are extracted
- * A device designed to explode when touched, stepped on, or otherwise triggered, used for military purposes
Usage Examples
- This book is mine, I bought it yesterday
- * The mine in the town has been closed due to safety concerns
- * The soldier stepped on a mine and was seriously injured