mudcap

noun, verb — 2 senses

noun

Etymology From mud + cap.

Business, Mining An explosive charge covered in mud, sand, or similar material before detonation, instead of being placed in a borehole.

verb

Etymology From mud + cap.

Business, Mining To cover an explosive charge in mud, sand, etc. before detonation, instead of placing it in a borehole.

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