winze

winze Definition

winze (winz)

noun

a vertical or steeply inclined mine shaft dug or drilled downward and connecting to a lower shaft

Etymology: prob. < winds, pl. of wind, winder, windlass

winze Usage Examples

Converse of object

flood: After passing a flooded winze on the left, the adit reaches Williams Shaft which is solidly filled.

Adjective modifier

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