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quarry

1 of 2noun
/ˈkwɔri/
Forms:quarries
1

a site where large quantities of rock, stone, or minerals are extracted from the Earth's crust for industrial use or construction purposes

  • The quarry supplied limestone for the construction of the new highway.
  • Geologists inspect the quarry to assess the quality and quantity of the stone deposits.
  • Quarrying operations involve heavy machinery and explosives to extract materials from the bedrock.
  • Environmental regulations govern quarry operations to minimize impacts on surrounding ecosystems.
  • Quarries may expose geological features that provide valuable insights into the Earth's history.
Synonyms:
pitstone pit
2

an animal pursued by a hunter or predator as prey

  • The lion stalked its quarry through the tall grass.
  • Hunters tracked their quarry across the snowy terrain.
  • The hawk swooped down on its fleeing quarry.
  • The wolf chased its quarry relentlessly through the forest.
  • The cheetah closed in on its quarry with astonishing speed.
Synonyms:
prey
3

someone who is the target of pursuit, attack, or exploitation

  • The journalist became the quarry of online trolls.
  • He was the quarry of relentless paparazzi.
  • She felt like a quarry, cornered by gossip and scrutiny.
  • The whistleblower became a quarry for powerful interests.
Synonyms:
preyfair gametarget