flint mill
A 'flint mill' has historical significance in both pottery and mining, serving distinct purposes in each field.
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Definition
C1Pottery
(technical, historical)A facility where flint stones are ground into a fine powder for use in ceramic production.
Example
- The potter sourced his materials from the local flint mill.
- In the 18th century, many pottery workshops relied on flint mills for their supplies.
C2Mining
(historical, obsolete)A device that produced light by creating sparks from flints on a revolving wheel, used to safely illuminate mines.
Example
- Miners in the 19th century used a flint mill to light their way without risking an explosion.
- The old flint mill in the museum showcased early mining safety equipment.
Similar
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