Meaning of the word quarry in English
What does quarry mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
quarry
US /ˈkwɔːr.i/
UK /ˈkwɒr.i/
Noun
1.
a place, typically a large, deep pit, from which stone or other materials are extracted
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The old stone quarry is now a popular spot for rock climbing.
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Limestone is extracted from this quarry.
2.
an animal or person being hunted or pursued
Example:
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The lion stalked its quarry through the tall grass.
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The detective was relentless in his pursuit of his quarry.
Verb
extract stone or other materials from a quarry
Example:
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They plan to quarry marble from the mountain.
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The company has been quarrying granite in this area for decades.
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