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Meanings
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coalfield; coal field
Refers to a region where coal is mined. Common in geographical and industrial contexts.
There is a large coalfield in this region.
Development of the coalfield is progressing.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉に炭田があるthere is a coalfield in <place>
There is a large coalfield in Hokkaido.
- 炭田を発見するto discover a coalfield
A coalfield was discovered in this area in the 19th century.
- 炭田を開発するto develop a coalfield
The government drew up a plan to develop this coalfield.