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gold mining

American  

noun

  1. the act or process of mining gold.


Etymology

Origin of gold mining

First recorded in 1555–65

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This is illustrated in the chart below, which reflects the performance of gold mining shares over the past two decades.

From MarketWatch May 5, 2026

While rare earths will be the primary focus, exploration will also assess the potential for gold mining — the area is dotted with old, small-scale adits and shafts.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 30, 2026

Ninety-five percent of gold mining stocks are now in a bear market, signaling a classic contrarian trading opportunity.

From Barron's Mar. 25, 2026

Some local media outlets suggested that at least one of the men was involved in a business venture, possibly gold mining.

From BBC Mar. 1, 2026

He did not prohibit the employment of them at gold mining, but he strove earnestly to extend agricultural enterprise.

From The History of Cuba, vol. 1 by Johnson, Willis Fletcher

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