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ore pad

Construction; Heavy & civil

An area designated to stockpile various grades of minerals prior to crushing or processing through a mill.

ore rock

Construction; Heavy & civil

Earth containing workable quantities of a mineral or minerals of commercial value.

outrigger

Construction; Heavy & civil

An outward extension of a frame which is supported by a jack or block used to increase stability.

overbreak

Construction; Heavy & civil

Moving or loosening of rock as a result of a blast beyond the intended line of cut.

overburden

Construction; Heavy & civil

Soil or rock lying on top of a formation.

overhang

Construction; Heavy & civil

Projecting parts of a face or bank.

pad

Construction; Heavy & civil

Ground contact part of a crawler-type track (shoe or plate)

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