Meaning of "abraum" in English

"Abraum" refers to a type of waste material, specifically the debris or residue removed from a mineral or ore deposit during the mining process. This material usually consists of rock, soil, and other non-valuable substances that are separated from the desired minerals or ores. The management and disposal of abraum are essential in mining operations to ensure environmental protection and efficient resource extraction. Despite its association with waste, proper utilization or disposal of abraum can contribute to sustainable mining practices.

Meaning of "abraum" in French

In French, "abraum" carries a similar meaning as in English, relating to the waste or leftover material excavated during mining activities. This residue consists predominantly of rocks and soil mixed with non-valuable substances, which are filtered out from the desired mineral deposits. Effective management of "abraum" is vital in mining, both for operational efficiency and environmental conservation. Developing innovative ways to repurpose this waste can enhance sustainable mining efforts.

Pronunciation of "abraum" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [əˈbraʊm]

Pronunciation Variations: There are slight variations in pronunciation between different English dialects, with some regions emphasizing the first syllable slightly more. However, the pronunciation is fairly consistent across English-speaking areas.

Pronunciation of "abraum" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [a.bʁaʊm]

Pronunciation Variations: Generally, the pronunciation remains consistent in French-speaking areas, although some dialects may vary slightly in the pronunciation of vowel sounds, somewhat altering the initial sound.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The abraum from the mine was carefully monitored for environmental safety. (L'abraum de la mine était soigneusement surveillé pour la sécurité environnementale.)

  2. After extraction, the abraum was moved to a designated dumping area. (Après extraction, l'abraum a été déplacé vers une zone de déversement désignée.)

  3. Engineers are finding new ways to recycle abraum effectively. (Les ingénieurs trouvent de nouvelles façons de recycler efficacement l'abraum.)

  4. The mining company invested in machinery to better handle abraum. (La société minière a investi dans des machines pour mieux gérer l'abraum.)

  5. Managing abraum is a significant part of eco-friendly mining operations. (Gérer l'abraum est une partie importante des opérations minières écologiques.)

  6. Plans to repurpose abraum were discussed at the conference. (Des plans pour réutiliser l'abraum ont été discutés lors de la conférence.)

  7. The abraum was used in construction projects to reduce waste. (L'abraum a été utilisé dans des projets de construction pour réduire les déchets.)

  8. Proper abraum disposal is regulated by environmental laws. (L'élimination correcte de l'abraum est réglementée par les lois environnementales.)

  9. The community was concerned about the abraum affecting local water sources. (La communauté était préoccupée par le fait que l'abraum affecte les sources d'eau locales.)

  10. Researchers studied the composition of abraum for potential uses. (Les chercheurs ont étudié la composition de l'abraum pour des utilisations potentielles.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "abraum" in English

Synonyms: tailings, waste, residue, debris, spoil, byproduct, dross, slag, bycatch, scrap

Antonyms: resource, asset, gold, mineral, ore, treasure, gain, advantage, benefit, wealth

Similar Words: rubble, refuse, litter, ash, sludge, residue, offal, chaff, scum, residue

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "abraum" in French

Synonyms: déchets, résidus, débris, gravats, scories, rebus, sous-produit, rebut, écorces, déchetterie

Antonyms: ressource, actif, or, minéral, minerai, trésor, avantage, bénéfice, richesse, gain

Similar Words: gravats, poubelle, cendre, boue, scories, sédiments, écume, restes, rebuts, ordures

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