Mining Waste

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noun a stony waste matter separated from metals during the smelting or refining of ore

verb to criticize or insult someone in a harsh manner

  • The byproduct of the steel-making process is known as slag.
  • I accidentally stepped on a piece of slag at the construction site.
  • Hey, check out that cool slag art piece my friend made!
  • Her cutting remarks were like verbal slag, leaving a mark on everyone present.