blasthole

English

noun
Definitions
  • The hole created by an explosion, for example in mining.
  • A hole in the bottom of a pump through which water enters.
  • The hole into which a blasting charge is inserted

Etymology

Compound from English blast (immature cell) + English hole (miserable place, a hollow).

Origin

English

hole

Gloss

miserable place, a hollow

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