Synonyms for adit

Most common

entrance · tunnel

All synonyms

Noun

Definitions

1. n. 1

   A horizontal or nearly horizontal passage from the surface into a mine, as contrasted with a shaft or vertical entry passage, used for ventilation, haulage, drainage, or other purposes.

Forms

Plural

adits → entrances, tunnels, avenues, approaches…

Example sentences

• entrance I must sit for the entrance examination next year.
• tunnel The new tunnel will link Great Britain and France.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

6 letters

avenue³, tunnel²

8 letters

approach², entrance²

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (avenue³ = 3 syllables).