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Quarry
01
pedreira, jazida
a site where large quantities of rock, stone, or minerals are extracted from the Earth's crust for industrial use or construction purposes
Exemplos
Quarries may expose geological features that provide valuable insights into the Earth's history.
As pedreiras podem expor características geológicas que fornecem informações valiosas sobre a história da Terra.
02
presa, vítima
an animal pursued by a hunter or predator as prey
Exemplos
The cheetah closed in on its quarry with astonishing speed.
O guepardo se aproximou de sua presa com uma velocidade surpreendente.
03
presa, alvo
someone who is the target of pursuit, attack, or exploitation
Exemplos
She felt like a quarry, cornered by gossip and scrutiny.
Ela se sentia como uma presa, encurralada por fofocas e escrutínio.
to quarry
01
extrair, explorar
to extract stone or other materials from the earth, typically from a pit or open excavation
Exemplos
Workers quarry marble blocks used in luxury buildings.
Os trabalhadores extraem blocos de mármore usados em edifícios de luxo.
