| Part of Speech | Definition | |
| Expression | 1. (Mining), the process of softening or cracking the working face of a lode, to facilitate excavation, by exposing it to the action of fire; -- now generally superseded by the use of explosives. --Raymond.[Websters]. | |
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Common Expressions: FIRE SETTING
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| Fire setting | (Mining), the process of softening or cracking the working face of a lode, to facilitate excavation, by exposing it to the action of fire; -- now generally superseded by the use of explosives. --Raymond. Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary. | ||
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Specialty Expressions: FIRE SETTING
| Expressions | Domain | Definition | |
| Fire setting | Mining | An ancient method of tunneling through rock. A fire was built against the face of the mineral, which was then quenched with water, thus causing cracking. (references) | |
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