"nittings" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Probably from nit. Etymology templates: {{m|en|nit}} nit Head templates: {{en-noun|p}} nittings pl (plural only)
  1. (mining) The refuse from good ore. Tags: plural, plural-only Categories (topical): Mining
    Sense id: en-nittings-en-noun-Ptnmndy3 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English pluralia tantum Topics: business, mining

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