The term 'MINE ENTRYWAY' is composed of two words, 'MINE' and 'ENTRYWAY'. The first word, 'MINE', refers to a large excavation in the ground, usually created for the purpose of extracting minerals or other valuable resources. The second word, 'ENTRYWAY', refers to an entrance or opening into a space. Together, the two words form the term 'MINE ENTRYWAY', which is also known as an 'ADIT'. An ADIT is an entrance or tunnel that is used to access a MINE. It is typically located at the side of a hill or mountain, and is used to transport miners and equipment into the MINE.