Meaning of the word collier in English
What does collier mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
collier
US /ˈkɑːl.jɚ/
UK /ˈkɒl.i.ər/
Noun
1.
a coal miner
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The old collier told stories of his days working deep underground.
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Many families in the region relied on the income from their men working as colliers.
2.
a ship for carrying coal
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The large collier docked at the port, ready to unload its cargo of coal.
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Historically, colliers were essential for transporting coal from mines to industrial centers.