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Meanings
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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.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉に鉱区を設定するto designate a mining area at a location
The government designated a new mining area in this region.
- 鉱区を申請するto apply for a mining area (rights)
The company applied for a mining area and obtained permission.
- 鉱区内で採掘するto mine within a designated mining area
Mining is permitted only within the designated mining area.