Synonyms for

Prospecting

Verb / ˌprɔ:ˈspektɪŋ / Another word for prospecting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of searching for minerals, oil, or other valuable materials

Synonyms & similar words

prospect exploration searching scouting surveying investigating probing hunting questing reconnaissance discovery examination expedition pilgrimage pursuit quest recce recon seeking sifting canvassing

Example sentences

  1. They went prospecting for oil in the desert.
  2. The miners were prospecting for diamonds in the river.
  3. He spent his weekend prospecting for gold in the mountains.
  4. The company hired a team to prospect for new business opportunities.
  5. The geologist went prospecting for rare minerals in the jungle.

Quotes

  • Prospecting is like fishing. You can't catch fish unless you have a line in the water.
  • Prospecting is the art of finding a needle in a haystack.
  • Prospecting is the first step to success.

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