What is another word for coalfield?
Pronunciation: [kˈə͡ʊlfiːld] (IPA) 
Coalfields are areas where coal deposits are found and subsequently extracted, processed and utilized. There are numerous synonyms that can be used to describe coalfields. Some of the commonly used synonyms include coal seam, coal mine, coal pit, coal deposit, coal reserve, and coal basin. Other synonyms that can be used to describe coalfields include colliery, coal bed, coal vein, coal stratum, and coal lode. It is important to note that some synonyms for coalfields may have region-specific or industry-specific variations. For instance, in the United Kingdom, coalfield is commonly referred to as coal measures, while in the United States, Appalachian coalfields are often called the "coal belt".
