noun
Meaning 1
The laying of mines (explosive devices).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Standard Lemma guide
minelaying
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noun
Meaning 2
laying explosive mines in concealed places to destroy enemy personnel and equipment
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: mining
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: defense, defence, defensive measure
History
Etymology
From mine + laying.
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