mining area; mine lot
A legally defined area where mining rights are granted. Used in mining law and industry.
Gold is mined in this mining area.
Government permission is required to establish a new mine lot.
The government designated a new mining area in this region.
The company applied for a mining area and obtained permission.
Mining is permitted only within the designated mining area.
mining royalty
Compound of 鉱 (こう, 'ore, mineral') and 区 (く, 'ward, district, area').