What is another word for strip-mined?
Pronunciation: [stɹˈɪpmˈa͡ɪnd] (IPA) 
Strip-mined is a term used to describe the practice of extracting minerals or other materials from the surface of the Earth by removing layers of soil and rock. Synonyms for strip-mined include surface-mined, open-pit-mined, and quarry-mined. Each of these terms refers to a different type of mining operation, but they all share the characteristic of extracting resources from the surface of the Earth rather than from underground. While strip-mining can be an effective method of obtaining valuable materials, it can also have significant environmental impacts, including soil erosion, water pollution, and habitat destruction. Alternative methods of mining, such as underground or deep-sea mining, may be preferable in certain situations.
